In between the testaments lies a few centuries of history that change our understanding of the life and ministry of Jesus in a big way. It is almost impossible to appreciate the New Testament without an understanding of what is often referred to as the “Silent Years” between the testaments. As we’ll find out, these years are far from silent and are critical to our understanding of the context and setting of the New Testament.
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Session 1: Intro - Synagogue
Session 2: Hellenism: Center of Universe, Response & Results
Session 3: The Sadducees
Session 4: The Herodians & The Essenes
Session 5: The Zealots & The Pharisees