Preparing the way for Jesus

Description

This program describes the political and religious situation in Judea during King Herod's reign prior to Jesus' public life. Material extracted from the "Jesus file" includes background on the city of Caesarea, Judas the Galilean's rebellion, the fortress of Masada, the Pharisees and Sadducees, the Essenes at Qumran and the Dead Sea Scrolls, and the activities and subsequent execution of John the Baptist.

Runtime

26 min

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Date of Publication

[2006], c1998

Database

Films on Demand

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