The Judaic Background to Christianity
Suggested readings:
Chapter 2, “The Immediate Background of Christianity: Judaism,” in Kenneth Latourette, A History of Christianity. See FAQ page for links to this book on sale at amazon.com.
Chapter 1, “Backgrounds to Christianity,” in Bradley P. Nystrom and David P. Nystrom, The History of Christianity: An Introduction. See FAQ page for links to this book on sale at amazon.com.
Historical Foundations of Christianity 