Judaism

A chronicle of epic proportions, this four-part Empires series tells the story of the Jewish people and the creation of one of the world’s earliest and most influential monotheistic religions. Accounts of major Jewish historical leaders are woven into a narrative of loss and triumph—showing viewers how the Jewish experience has informed much of humanity’s spiritual development for more than three millennia. Filmed at biblical sites in Israel, the series features elaborate reenactments along with commentary from noted historians, theologians, and archaeologists. Distributed by PBS Distribution. 4-part series, 55 minutes each

A shared heritage, a spiritual belief system, a set of rules for living—these are all aspects of Judaism, but the order in which they are emphasized varies greatly within the faith. This program features opinions from four articulate and sometimes controversial adherents to the Jewish religion who share their views on differences and similarities within Judaism. Highlighting the impact of the Holocaust and contrasts between the Sephardi and Ashkenazi traditions, the program participants include Rabbi and Baroness Julia Neuberger, Rabbi Barry Marcus of the Central London Synagogue, performer Uri Geller, and Jewish Museum education director Susanna Alexander. (24 minutes)