Age of Jesus During the Events Described in the Bible
Many questions arise when exploring the life of Jesus as described in the Bible. One common inquiry is: how old was Jesus when specific events occurred? To answer this question comprehensively, it's important to navigate through the various events mentioned in the Bible and their respective timelines.
Jesus' Birth and Early Life
According to the Bible, Jesus was born on a winter night around 6 July 3 B.C. This was exactly six months after John the Baptist was born on 6 January 3 B.C. Interestingly, both John the Baptist and Joan of Arc were born on the same day, despite Joan of Arc not existing in the same timeframe as John the Baptist. The Epiphany of Jesus, which marked the visit of the Magi, occurred on 6 January 1 A.D., around 13 months after his birth.
Visit of the Magi
The visit of the Magi to see Jesus is one of the most well-known events in the life of Jesus. According to Matthew 2:11, the journey took place between December 25, 1 B.C., and January 6, 1 A.D. The exact birthday of Jesus is not specified, but it is generally believed to be around this range. This period also marks the absence of a Year Zero in the traditional Gregorian calendar.
Jesus' Early Ministry
After reaching the age of 30, as mentioned in Luke 3:23, Jesus began his ministry. During these early years, several significant events are described in the Gospels:
Matthew's Account
According to Matthew, Jesus' life is detailed from his childhood through his early adulthood and into his thirties. Specifically, Matthew covers his life as a baby, toddler, teenager, and then as a young adult from 12 to 30 years old.
Mark's Account
Mark provides a more focused view of Jesus' life from his early thirties to his late thirties, covering the period from 30 to 33.5 years old. This timeframe includes his public ministry and miracles.
Luke's Account
Luke also covers Jesus' early life, detailing his childhood and teenage years, then moving into his young adulthood from 12 to 30 years old. This comprehensive account provides a detailed look at his early years.
John's Account
John's Gospel focuses on the period from 30 to 33.5 years old, covering his public ministry and miracles.
Jesus' Pre-Human Existence and Timelines
While Jesus lived a significant portion of his life from 30 to 33.5 years old during his ministry, it is important to note that the Bible also discusses his pre-human existence. Jesus was born on 6 July 3 B.C., lived as a human for approximately 33 years, and died in spring 31 A.D., shortly before his 34th birthday on 6 July 31 A.D.
From 31 A.D. to the current year, we can see that Jesus' Second Coming is expected to occur around 2131 A.D. This event is believed to commence in May or June, near the time of Pentecost that year. However, the exact date and time are unknown, known only to the Father Almighty.
Further Reading
If you are seeking a more comprehensive review, Jesus-The Way by the Watchtower ONLINE LIBRARY provides in-depth insights into the life of Jesus. This resource is a great place to explore the historical and theological aspects of Jesus' life and ministry.