Discovery Channel - Who Was Jesus? (2009) Part 2 The Mission

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 2 The Mission

Three experts unearth the reality of Jesus's life and times, and discover a world of starvation, injustice and desperation for salvation. Jesus was one of many miracle makers who sought to make their people free. Jesus was a young man determined to change the world he grew up in, one that was plagued by hunger and oppression. At the time, Galilee was under occupation by the Roman Empire. Many charismatic Jewish leaders advocated rebellion and resistance. Jesus, however, preached a message of peace, but he was not alone. Now, three Bible scholars walk in his footsteps to uncover the true world of Jesus, from his encounter with John the Baptist, to his ministry on the shores of the Sea of ​​Galilee and his prophetic entry into Jerusalem.

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