That JesusJesus (Greek form of Hebrew 'Joshua' meaning 'Yahweh [God] is salvation') Also given the title Christ, meaning 'anointed one' or Messiah. His life is recorded mainly in the Four Gospels although he is also mentioned by the Jewish historian Josephus (c. 37-c.100) and the Roman historian Tacitus (c.110). rose from the dead, thus conquering death, and that everyone will rise from the dead for the Last JudgementLast Judgement The final judgement on humankind when all will have to give account of their lives to Christ as Judge. is a central ChristianChristian Name originally given to disciples of Jesus by outsiders and gradually adopted by the Early Church to designate all members of the church. belief.