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12 Days: Massacre of the Innocents and the Tay Bridge disaster

The Rest Is History

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Herod and the Innocents: A Complex Legacy

This chapter explores the historical and theological implications of the Massacre of the Innocents as recounted in the Gospel of St. Matthew. It examines King Herod's motivations for ordering the slaughter of infants and questions the event's historical authenticity. The discussion draws parallels between biblical narratives, particularly the stories of Moses and Jesus, and reflects on Herod's controversial legacy in Judean history.

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