This image is part of a weekly series that The Root is presenting in conjunction with the Image of the Black Archive & Library at Harvard University’s Hutchins Center for African and African American ...

Matthew began Jesus’ lineage with Abraham and named each father in 41 generations ending in Matthew 1:16: “And Jacob begat Joseph the husband of Mary, of whom was born Jesus, who is called Christ.” ...

Look into the past of one of history's most beloved religious figures to learn more about his ancestors and origins. TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, January 26, 2023 ...