Jesus became a central figure of Christianity.
Christian . While there are diverse interpretations of Christianity which sometimes conflict , they are united in believing that Jesus has a unique significance . Jesus ( [ ˈdʒiːzəs ] ; c. 4 BC -- c. AD 30/33 ) , also referred to as Jesus of Nazareth or Jesus Christ , was a Jewish preacher and religious leader who became the central figure of Christianity . Judaism rejects the belief that Jesus was the awaited Messiah , arguing that he did not fulfill Messianic prophecies and asserting that his resurrection is a Christian legend . Resurrection of Jesus . It is the central tenet of Christian theology and part of the Nicene Creed : `` On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures '' .