Manga Messiah by Hidenori Kumai

“Manga Messiah” is a graphic novel adaptation of the life of Jesus Christ, written by Hidenori Kumai and illustrated by Kozumi Shinozawa. The book was originally published in Japan in 2006, and has since been translated into multiple languages for a global audience.

The book tells the story of Jesus’ life, from his birth to his crucifixion and resurrection, in a manga style that is popular in Japanese comics. The story is faithful to the biblical account of Jesus’ life, but is presented in a way that is accessible and engaging to readers of all ages.

“Manga Messiah” has been praised for its innovative approach to presenting the story of Jesus, and for its ability to reach a new generation of readers who may not be familiar with the traditional telling of the gospel. The book has also been used as a tool for evangelism, with churches and missionaries using it to share the message of Jesus with people in Japan and other parts of the world.

Overall, “Manga Messiah” is a unique and compelling retelling of one of the most important stories in human history, and has become a beloved and widely-read work in the world of graphic novels and manga.