Debate Over Jesus' Skin Color
Christena Cleveland's experience with a painting of a brown-skinned Jesus changed her perspective on Easter, sparking a debate on the true identity and color of Jesus. Scholars agree Jesus was likely a brown-skinned man, challenging traditional depictions of a white Jesus. The debate over Jesus' skin color has cultural, historical, and political implications, with some arguing that his color matters for a deeper understanding of his message and historical context.