Books like Christ the Lord - The Road to Cana by Anne Rice
In "Christ the Lord – The Road to Cana," Anne Rice continues her meticulously researched biography of Jesus, focusing on the winter of his thirtieth year within Nazareth. The narrative portrays Yeshua Bar Joseph’s everyday life—tallied among family responsibilities, communal rituals, and the looming political tensions of Roman rule. The story builds to the climactic miracle of turning water into wine at the marriage at Cana, highlighting Christ’s refusal of militaristic rebellion and his commitment to a non‑violent mission.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Religion & Spirituality/Christianity
Authors: Anne Rice
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