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Book cover of Maximus and the Blood of Innocents by John Bridges, a historical fiction novel set in first-century Jerusalem during the final week before the crucifixion of Jesus.

Why I Wrote Maximus

Discover what inspired John Bridges to write Maximus and the Blood of Innocents and why the Easter story continues to fascinate him.

Why I Wrote Maximus

Discover what inspired John Bridges to write Maximus and the Blood of Innocents and why the Easter story continues to fascinate him.

Roman soldiers watching over Jerusalem during Passover before the trial of Jesus.

Why Did Rome Execute Jesus?

Why did Rome see Jesus as a threat? Explore the political, historical and religious events that led to one of history's most significant trials.

Why Did Rome Execute Jesus?

Why did Rome see Jesus as a threat? Explore the political, historical and religious events that led to one of history's most significant trials.

Roman soldiers guarding the Antonia Fortress in first-century Jerusalem.

The Roman Army in AD 33

Learn how the Roman Army operated in Judea during the first century and why it played such an important role in biblical history.

The Roman Army in AD 33

Learn how the Roman Army operated in Judea during the first century and why it played such an important role in biblical history.

Pontius Pilate overlooking first-century Jerusalem from the governor's palace.

Who Was Pontius Pilate?

Discover the real Roman governor who sentenced Jesus to death. Explore the history, politics and archaeology surrounding one of history's most influential figures.

Who Was Pontius Pilate?

Discover the real Roman governor who sentenced Jesus to death. Explore the history, politics and archaeology surrounding one of history's most influential figures.