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.
In Part 14 of The Disciple Whom Jesus Loves, Jesus’ journey to the cross accelerates as he enters Jerusalem amid Passover anticipation. From Bethany,...
The story of Joseph begins with a happy household in the valley of Hebron, but Joseph's special treatment from his father leads to jealousy...
In Mark 6:34, we witness a profound glimpse into the heart of Jesus as He responds to a massive, needy crowd not with irritation...
