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Last Days of Jesus

For almost two thousand years, the story of Jesus' final days has been celebrated by Christians around the world. From Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem, through to his eventual crucifixion six days later, the key moments have been immortalized in countless films, pieces of music, and works of art. But, "Last Days of Jesus" sheds a new light on Jesus' final days.

Last Days of Jesus

1h 53m

From Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem, through to his eventual crucifixion six days later, the key moments have been immortalized in countless films, pieces of music, and works of art. Explore how dramatic political events in Rome could have played a crucial role in shaping Jesus’ destiny, and examines an extraordinary political alliance that altered the course of history.

Episodes

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    Last Days of Jesus

    S1 E1 - 1h 53m

    From Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem, through to his eventual crucifixion six days later, the key moments have been immortalized in countless films, pieces of music, and works of art. Explore how dramatic political events in Rome could have played a crucial role in shaping Jesus’ destiny, and examines an extraordinary political alliance that altered the course of history.

Extras + Features

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    Preview

    S1 E1 - 30s

    "Last Days of Jesus" explores how dramatic political events in Rome could have played a crucial role in shaping Jesus’ destiny, and examines an extraordinary political alliance that altered the course of history.

Schedule

  • The Last Days of Jesus: TVSS: Iconic

    Last Days of Jesus

    Saturday
    Dec 13

    1 Hour

    Evidence from archaeology, Roman historians, Jewish texts and the Gospels suggest that Roman power politics brought about the events that eventually led to the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
  • The Last Days of Jesus: TVSS: Iconic

    Last Days of Jesus

    Monday
    Dec 15

    1 Hour

    Evidence from archaeology, Roman historians, Jewish texts and the Gospels suggest that Roman power politics brought about the events that eventually led to the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.

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