The study of this important period of history is vital background for anyone who studies the four Gospels. It provides rich historical and cultural background for a better Grasp of the New Testament. Additionally, it provides answers to some of the "problem" texts given in the Gospels, including what was the source of some of our Lord's quotations from Scripture given in the Gospels. And finally, it provides witness to God's providential (prophetical) control of governments in order to set the state for the birth of Israel's Messiah, our Lord. For more in the series go to https://www.cmi-tv.net/inter-testament-/inter-test-cls-index.html