When we think of Jesus, visualizing what He looked like can be hard. We all know that Jesus was on earth many centuries ago and during that time, people then knew how He looked, However, in our day, his exact appearance remainds a mystery. But the Bible does give some insight into what He may have looked like when He walked on the earth.
Jesus’ Physical Appearance and Lineage
Jesus’ physical appearance can be inferred to have included a darker skin complexion, darker eye color, and darker hair color due to his Jewish heritage.
His lineage, as described in the New Testament, provides insights into his physical characteristics and resemblance to the Jewish community of his time.
According to the accounts in the New Testament, Jesus would occasionally slip away into the crowd and become difficult to locate (Luke 4:30).
Additionally, Matthew 1:1-17 traces Jesus’ lineage from Adam and Abraham down to his parents, Joseph and Mary.
These genealogical records are significant because they indicate that Jesus shared physical similarities with other Jews living in Israel during that era.
As a result, there would have been little to visually distinguish him from the rest of the population.
Another aspect that offers further understanding of Jesus’ appearance is his profession.
Being a carpenter, Jesus would have engaged in physically demanding work, often without the aid of modern power tools. This suggests that he likely possessed a muscular build and had hands roughened by labor.
By considering Jesus’ Jewish lineage and his occupation as a carpenter, we can surmise that he had a darker complexion, darker eye color, and darker hair color.
These details provide a broader understanding of his physical appearance and help contextualize his presence within the Jewish community of his time.
Jesus’ Character
Jesus’s message throughout the Bible was that of fraternal love, peace, charity, and justice.
His character was never selfish or rude, but instead filled with patience and mercy.
Jesus would often use teachings to explain his perspectives and teachings, offering a more loving, fruitful path rather than judgment.
Those who experienced Jesus’s presence described him as having captivating kindness and extraordinary empathy.
His energy emanated from Him and drew people in.
This energy of love is hard to pin down with words and instead must be experienced to truly understand.
He could walk into a room and immediately feel like you’ve been enveloped with warmth.
This was an energy that was often said to have “healed” many in His lifetime.
Jesus’ Personality
Beyond His physical character, Jesus’s personality portrayed a unique kind of love and compassion.
Through scripture, it is said that Jesus was persistent in His message of fraternal love, peace, charity, and justice.
He was never selfish or rude, but instead filled with patience and mercy.
Of course, Jesus did not only teach with words. He deeply understood human nature and was able to communicate the way of God.
He did not dominate a conversation but rather participated in it by teaching in a simple, loving way.
He could explain a concept using eloquent language, then simplify it so all can understand.
Regardless of the setting, Jesus was an example of love and respect to all who encountered Him.
His teachings offered hope, possibly, and faith in God rather than judgment.
He believed in both forgiveness and open dialogue – an approach that allowed people to follow him and listen teachings.
Jesus’ Relationships
Above any physical or spiritual description, scripture shows how Jesus interacted with His peers and followers.
His followers were largely filled with outcasts, and He treated them equally regardless of their social status.
He believed every person was worthy of respect and was endearing to all.
Jesus’s relationships spanned both friends and enemies. He always made sure to treat enemies with the same dignity as those He loved.
He firmly believed in never repaying evil with evil, but instead treating all with mercy regardless of circumstance.
In His lifetime, Jesus also formed a special bond with the twelve apostles. Despite being a great teacher, He was also a brilliant listener.
He was able to take questions from any person, and often asked questions of His own.
He immersed Himself in others’ stories and experiences, making sure to connect deeply with all.
Beyond the apostles, Jesus also had a special bond with Mary Magdalene and Lazarus.
Regardless of this special attention, He believed that “He who is greatest among you shall be your servant” – a lesson He used to demonstrate His true character of humility and servitude.
Ultimately, Jesus was surrounded by people from all walks of life, and they saw Him as a beacon of strength and light.
His character was meticulously crafted to the point that it was near impossible to not have admiration for Him, even for those who opposed Him. It seemed He could always bring out the best in those around Him.
Jesus’ Purpose
Unlike the physical traits of Jesus, there is no doubt about His purpose and the life He led.
He preached a message of humility, peace, and understanding.
His teachings were far ahead of His time and remain very relevant today.
Jesus taught us to be kind and compassionate, to turn the other cheek, and forgive.
He taught us to share our blessings and put others first.
He taught us to not only do good deeds but to be humble while doing them.
Jesus sought to open up conversations and start a stream of constructive dialogue.
Through His compassion, understanding, and love for all mankind, Jesus gave us a manual to live life by.
The words of Jesus still reverberate throughout much of society today.
His messages have stood the test of time and have been copied, adapted and re-spun into many of the depictions of love and kindness we find in various religions and societies.
His purpose of peace and equality seem to always reign true, even 2,000 years later.
Though no one may know for certain what Jesus looked like, His love and messages have lasted the test of time and can be felt even today.
His life was one of servitude, humility, and justice.
He sought to offer an alternative to judgment and acted as an example of kindness, understanding, and love.
Jesus’ Resurrection
Scripture teaches that Jesus died on the cross, and was seen again alive after three days when His resurrection is depicted in Scripture.
Jesus’ resurrection showed us His ability to overcome death and presented to us hope and power to overcome death likewise.
Moreover, it showed that He is eternal, strong, and committed to the commands of His Father.
His physical transformation served as a reminder for His followers, that no matter where we find ourselves, there’s hope in God to overcome any test.
In Closing
After His resurrection, Jesus was ascended to Heaven and thus finished the work that His Father sent Him to complete.
He left us with a powerful message of hope that has continued to be preach by his servants by the power of the HolyGhost.
Jesus is the most powerful example that through love, justice, wisdom and understanding, we can all reach a destiny that is pleasing to God just as beautiful as Him.
A husband of one wife, father of two beautiful girls, laborer of Lord, Jesus Christ, and a servant to God’s His saints. I hope to encourage you by God’s grace. Thank you for stopping by.
