The Biblical Middle Class and Even the Filthy Rich

In this groundbreaking book, Jesus's middle-class background is revealed through Leavell's engaging and sometimes humorous narratives. The book's insightful analysis of Scripture and intriguing conclusions offer a fresh perspective on the historical Jesus and His place in society. The author takes you on a journey through social classes that will leave you enlightened and astonished. The book contains maps, charts, endnotes, appendices, an index, and a bibliography. 424 pages
The Biblical Middle Class and Even the Filthy Rich sheds light on the social classes of Christ's time and is the culmination of the truths that Leavell has uncovered about many sensational claims that scholars and laity have peddled for generations. For example, was Jesus a beggar? Was He born in a stable? Was He illiterate? Leavell's provocative opinions about these and many other claims are supported by biblical, historical, Talmudic, and archaeological data. The Biblical Middle Class and Even the Filthy Rich presents fresh and fascinating insights into a very old and belabored debate.