Who Was Jesus?

Season 1

This is the story of what it was like to be Jesus, to be born into tyranny, executed for preaching harmony and forgiveness, and what it was like for his disciples to risk death by carrying the message of salvation. Historians, archaeologists and theologians will examine all kinds of evidence, and dig deeper into Jesus' life and the times he lived in than ever before.

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S1 E1 - Childhood
April 4, 2009
43min
TV-PG
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.
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S1 E2 - The Mission
April 4, 2009
43min
TV-PG
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.
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S1 E3 - The Last Days
April 4, 2009
43min
TV-PG
Jesus entered Jerusalem at the start of the final week of his life. Everything he did was a political challenge to the Roman authorities and the High Priest of the Temple. Three experts unearth the reality of his attempt to free his people from oppression
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