Based on the search results and biblical accounts, Jesus had several potential sources of income:
1. Carpentry work: Before his ministry, Jesus likely worked as a carpenter or craftsman, following Joseph's trade[1][2].
2. Donations from followers: During his ministry, Jesus was supported financially by his followers, particularly women like Mary Magdalene, Joanna, and Susanna[3].
3. Common purse: Jesus and his disciples had a shared money bag managed by Judas, which contained donations from supporters[1][3].
4. Hospitality: Jesus and his disciples often relied on the hospitality of others, staying in homes and receiving food[2].
5. Minimal lifestyle: Jesus and his followers lived simply, which reduced their financial needs[2][3].
It's important to note that Jesus' ministry lasted only about 3 years, during which he likely did not earn money through regular work. Instead, he relied primarily on the support of his followers and lived a modest lifestyle focused on his spiritual mission rather than material wealth.
Sources
[1] The Sources of Jesus' Income - Harrison House https://harrisonhouse.com/blog/joseph-z-the-sources-of-jesus-income
[2] How does Jesus earn money? : r/history - Reddit https://www.reddit.com/r/history/comments/86sezh/how_does_jesus_earn_money/
[3] Funding Jesus: Who bankrolled Christ's ministry? - CNN https://edition.cnn.com/2015/03/31/living/funding-jesus-ministry/index.html
[4] Was Jesus a poor man, in economic sense? https://christianity.stackexchange.com/questions/12178/was-jesus-a-poor-man-in-economic-sense
[5] THE FINANCIAL POLICY OF JESUS AND THE APOSTLES | cfcindia ... https://cfcindia.com/wftw/the-financial-policy-of-jesus-and-the-apostles
[6] 4 lessons from Jesus' female funders - National Christian Foundation https://www.ncfgiving.com/stories/4-lessons-from-the-women-who-followed-jesus-from-galilee/
[7] Were Jesus and the Disciples Wealthy? Part One - CultureWatch https://billmuehlenberg.com/2013/08/14/were-jesus-and-the-disciples-wealthy-part-one/
[8] What can we learn from Jesus’ feeding of the 5,000? https://www.gotquestions.org/feeding-the-5000.html