Jesus was likely of average height for a man living in 1st-century Judea, which is estimated to be between about 5 feet 1 inch (155 cm) and 5 feet 5 inches (165-166 cm). This estimate is based on archaeological findings, historical data, and studies of skeletal remains from that era and region
. The Bible does not specify Jesus' height, but it does not describe him as notably tall or short. For example, the Gospel of Luke mentions a short man named Zacchaeus who had to climb a tree to see Jesus, implying Jesus was not exceptionally tall
. Biblical descriptions often highlight when someone is unusually tall or short, such as Saul or Goliath, but no such remarks are made about Jesus, supporting the idea that his stature was average
. Some attempts to estimate Jesus' height using the Shroud of Turin suggest a taller figure, around 6 feet or more, but this is controversial and considered unlikely by most scholars, as it conflicts with historical and biblical context
. In summary, the most widely accepted scholarly view is that Jesus was around 5'1" to 5'5" tall, reflecting the typical height of men in his time and place
