Discovery Channel - Who Was Jesus? (2009) Part 1 Childhood

Explore the life of Jesus, a revolutionary born amidst oppression, whose message of love led to his execution. Through the insights of historians and theologians, uncover the struggles of his disciples as they risked everything to share his enduring legacy of hope. Using the latest scientific, geological and historical research, this groundbreaking series tells the story of the birth, life, death and immediate legacy of Jesus. Jesus. No matter what your belief system, simply the name conjures instant recognition of the influence of one man on the course of history. But who was Jesus? What was his childhood like? What was his message and mission? “Who Was Jesus?” is the story of what it was like to be Jesus to be born into tyranny and executed for preaching harmony, love and forgiveness to one's own warring people. It's also the story of his disciples–his resolute followers–who risked death by carrying Jesus' message of salvation. Viewers will witness what it was like to be born during a tyranny, and learn about the cruel times that inspired a message of hope in a young boy. They will also find out how he became a charismatic leader with thousands of followers and why he was executed. Historians, archaeologists and theologians will examine any array of evidence and will dig deep into Jesus' life. Three expert guides–a historian, archaeologist and theologian examine the evidence and paint an unprecedented contextual picture of the times in which Jesus lived. Journey through the Holy Land as they examine the latest archaeological and historical evidence of Jesus' life from birth to adult. Walk in the footsteps of Jesus through his life-changing meeting with John the Baptist, his ministry on the shores of the Sea of Galilee, to his fateful entry into Jerusalem. What were the historical events and details leading up to Jesus' crucifixion? Will these recent findings force us to redraw history? This extraordinary narrative is brought to life through dramatic re-enactment, computer-generated imagery, expert testimony, current archaeological excavation and theological analysis. “Who Was Jesus?” presents evidence that challenges us to take a closer look at the realities surrounding the greatest story ever told.

Part 1 Childhood

The dramatic reality of the Age of Jesus. A journey through the Holy Land with three expert guides who investigate the latest archaeological and historical evidence to put together a portrait of the early years of Jesus and the forces that shaped his life. In the three-part documentary “Who was Jesus?” three scientists search for new details about Jesus' childhood, his messages and his death. What is true about the Christmas story? Was Jesus really born in Bethlehem or is it just in the Bible to do justice to the Jewish prophecy? An archaeologist and two religious scholars travel to the Holy Land to conduct research on site. Interviews, archaeological finds and investigations at original locations shed new light on well-known Bible stories. The greatest story ever told. . . . is an incomplete story. The gospels record the teachings of Jesus and the wonders of his ministry, but they leave out something that was overlooked for two thousand years the dramatic reality of Jesus' day. On an extraordinary journey of discovery through the Holy Land with three expert guides, this film investigates the most recent archaeological and historical evidence to piece together a portrait of Jesus. In this chapter, the film focuses on his early years from birth to youth, analyzing the forces that shaped the life and work of this man who would change history forever.

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