The Clash of Empires: Persians and Greeks

Explore the intense conflicts between ancient Persian emperors like Darius and Xerxes and their expansionist attempts into Asia Minor and Greece, culminating in the Greco-Persian Wars. Delve into the historical context of Jerusalem during the Second Temple period and the intellectual activity surrounding figures like Ezra and Nehemiah. Witness the decisive showdown at Plataea during the Greco-Persian Wars, highlighting challenges faced by both Greek and Persian forces.