Jesus An Essene

The Essenes were known for their ascetic and communal way of life as well as their focus on purity and devotion. In Jesus: An Essene Nesbit presents the theory that Jesus was influenced by Essene teachings and practices and that his teachings and actions aligned with Essene beliefs. Nesbits book is part of a historical and religious exploration of the context in which Jesus lived and the various influences that might have shaped his life and ministry. While the theory that Jesus was connected to the Essenes is one among several hypotheses its important to note that mainstream Christian scholarship and historical research offer a range of perspectives on Jesus background and the influences that shaped his teachings.