The Wife of Jesus: Ancient Texts and Modern Scandals

About this book

The idea that Jesus was married continues to incite fierce debate. But most who address the topic either dismiss the possibility or propound conspiracy theories. Amid the storm of controversy Le Donne provides a haven of clarity and sense. Approaching the subject from a fresh historical perspective Le Donne places Jesus firmly within a socio-cultural context and by investigating gender and marriage norms provocatively argues that Jesus could well have been married although not to Mary Magdalene.