Original Air Date: Sunday, April 16, 2006
Crucifixion
For twenty centuries, the cross has been lifted up before the eyes of the world as a constant reminder of the wicked cruelty suffered by the most innocent person who ever lived. The simple historic accounts place the blame for Jesus’ death on Jewish religious leaders and Roman rulers. But a careful reading of the biblical record reveals a story of divine love that makes the crucifixion of Christ an event of cosmic scope and consequence. The Crucifixion of Christ … on this Day of Discovery.