About this season
A provocative journey into the extraordinary lives of women from the Old and New Testament. The series explores women who rose from obscurity, slavery and prejudice to become prophets, lovers, judges, and queens who left their mark on history.
Episodes (6)
1. Mary, Mother of Jesus
Aired 27 March 2016 • 23 min
Two thousand years ago, a young, humble Jewish girl from a small village is visited by an angel and told she will give birth to a King. Her son would grow up to declare ‘God’s kingdom has come’, but a short time later she would watch him die a most horrific death. The remarkable story of Mary, Mother of Jesus.
2. Mary Magdalene
Aired 27 March 2016 • 23 min
She’s one of the most beloved, yet controversial of all Bible characters. Was she a prostitute? What were the seven demons that tormented her? Was she just a devoted follower of Jesus or, as some recently claim, his wife? Discover the truth about this mysterious follower of Jesus – Mary Magdalene.
3. Sarah & Hagar
Aired 3 April 2016 • 23 min
About Sarah and Hagar from Genesis
4. Rachel & Leah
Aired 3 April 2016 • 23 min
The fascinating story of Rachel and Leah.
5. Deborah
Aired 10 April 2016 • 23 min
The incredible story of the prophet Deborah.
6. Ruth & Naomi
Aired 10 April 2016 • 23 min
Ruth finds romance in the midst of barley fields and Naomi discovers hope for the future.