The Lost Religion of Jesus

This detailed study by Keith Akers explores the origins and development of Jewish Christianity, tracing its roots from the Essenes and John the Baptist through Jesus, and examining its eventual decline into Islamic mysticism. The book emphasizes Jesus' teachings on simple living, pacifism, and vegetarianism, highlighting the radical Jewish ethics that distinguished early followers from other Jewish groups. Akers argues that understanding this early Christian movement is essential to grasping the true essence of Jesus’ message.