In Part 1 of a series about a young Jewish girl, Hadassah, who would grow up to be queen in a foreign land, we discuss the conquest of Judah by Babylon, and the subsequent overthrow of Babylon by Cyrus the Great. After the fall of Babylon, Cyrus established the Achaemenid Empire, which became one of the most significant and influential empires in ancient history.
This episode features a speech by Cyrus in which he encourages religious tolerance and lays the foundation for the return of exiled Jews to their homeland.
Today’s episode continues to reflect on the profound truth of being “highly favored,” a theme central to the Christmas story and the life of...
There are 800 proverbs in this book. And each of these sayings can be used for gaining wisdom and instruction; for understanding words of...
Today’s episode explores Paul and Barnabas' first missionary journey as recorded in the Book of Acts, highlighting the significant role this mission played in...
