Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/zealot-author-reza-aslan-on-jesus-of-history-versus-jesus-of-faith Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter “Zealot” author Reza Aslan on Jesus of history versus Jesus of faith Nation Sep 24, 2013 5:30 PM EDT Religious scholar Reza Aslan talks about his new book “Zealot,” which uncovers the life of Jesus of Nazareth as a historical figure. Aslan spoke with PBS NewsHour correspondent Ray Suarez. In their conversation, Aslan touches on the likelihood that Jesus, a poor Jewish woodworker, was illiterate. Watch that clip above and watch the extended conversation on the PBS NewsHour Tuesday. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now
Religious scholar Reza Aslan talks about his new book “Zealot,” which uncovers the life of Jesus of Nazareth as a historical figure. Aslan spoke with PBS NewsHour correspondent Ray Suarez. In their conversation, Aslan touches on the likelihood that Jesus, a poor Jewish woodworker, was illiterate. Watch that clip above and watch the extended conversation on the PBS NewsHour Tuesday. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now