When and how was it decided which works would form the canon of the New Testament? Is it possible to know, from these works, what the real story of Jesus of Nazareth was like? When was the Church created? Why?

In this fascinating book, Óscar Fábrega, a renowned historian specializing in the history of religions, immerses us in a journey of discovery of the New Testament. Its pages contain surprising curiosities and little-known data about the formation of this literary corpus fundamental to the Christian faith.
Contrary to what many might think, the New Testament is not a homogeneous collection of theological ideas. In its pages we find the doctrinal proposals of different Christianities, offering a diverse and sometimes contradictory vision. When and why did Judaism separate from Christianity? Who were the authors of the works that make up this set of books? These and many other questions are answered in this captivating story.
As early as 175 AD, the list of works that would make up the New Testament was already defined. But why does everything seem to revolve around Paul of Tarsus? Óscar Fábrega unravels this enigma and shows us how the figure of Paul, Saint Paul, played a crucial role in shaping the Bible.
Chapter by chapter, the author gives us deep and rigorous knowledge of how, when and why these works were written. In addition, he delights us with a multitude of curiosities and unknown anecdotes related to the story of Jesus of Nazareth and his followers in the decades after the crucifixion.
If you are passionate about history and religion, and want to know the ins and outs of the New Testament, this book is a must. Óscar Fábrega will take you by the hand on a fascinating journey through the secrets and surprises hidden behind the most important sacred texts of Christianity.