In this Advent episode, we dive into history and the land of Israel to paint a picture of the world Jesus was born into. Our desire over this 3-part series is to explore the world of Jesus so as to better understand our Messiah. Today, we explore the political situation of Israel as occupied by Rome, taxation, Herod, Caesar, and the birthplace of Jesus.
Scripture Referenced (NIV)
Luke 2:1 – “In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world.”
Judges 11
Other References
Kenneth Bailey – Jesus Through Middle Eastern Eyes
John Dominic Crossan – God and Empire
