It may just be the biggest political move in human history. The story of a power struggle that saw a small Jewish sect take over the most powerful empire the world had ever seen. Dr Michael Scott is unraveling this epic human drama filled with suspense, political intrigue, brutal religious persecution and sheer luck.
1Continuing to explore the rise of Christianity, Dr Scott learns that the Romans condemned Christians as cannibals and deviants. So why were they so reluctant to put them to death?
Primary Title
Jesus: Rise To Power
Secondary Title
Martyrs
Date Broadcast
Friday 18 April 2014
Start Time
09 : 30
Finish Time
10 : 30
Duration
60:00
Episode
2
Channel
National Geographic Channel
Broadcaster
Sky Network Television
Programme Description
It may just be the biggest political move in human history. The story of a power struggle that saw a small Jewish sect take over the most powerful empire the world had ever seen. Dr Michael Scott is unraveling this epic human drama filled with suspense, political intrigue, brutal religious persecution and sheer luck.