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Dec 2024
53m 13s

One BC: The World Jesus Entered

Bart Ehrman
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What was the world like just before Jesus was born?

In this special Christmas Eve episode, we explore the political, cultural, and religious climate of 1st-century Palestine with world-renowned archaeologist Dr. Jodi Magness.

From Roman rule and Jewish life to messianic expectations, Dr. Magness helps us understand the historical backdrop that shaped the world Jesus entered.

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