How Jesus Became God - Annotated by Bart D Ehrman (Paperback)

How Jesus Became God by Bart Ehrman is a groundbreaking book that uncovers the fascinating story of how Jesus' divinity became dogma in the early church.

This New York Times bestselling author and Bible expert delves into the historical developments that led to the affirmation at the heart of Christianity: Jesus was, and is, God. Ehrman skillfully sketches Jesus' transformation from a human prophet to the Son of God exalted to divine status at his resurrection, revealing how his followers came to think of him as equal with the one God Almighty, Creator of all things.

The book takes readers on an engaging journey through the evolution of this belief, from Jesus' lifetime to the fourth century, and sheds light on the visions that led his followers to claim he had become God. Written for both secular historians of religion and believers alike, How Jesus Became God is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the historical developments that shaped Christianity.

With Ehrman's masterful storytelling and expert analysis, this book will captivate readers and challenge their perspectives on the nature of Jesus and Christianity.