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The Samaritans in 10 Minutes
Shared roots, sharp divisions, and one famous mountain—the Samaritans are a people who see themselves as the true keepers of Israel's ancient traditions. In The Samaritans in 10 Minutes, we'll explore this fascinating community that split from mainstream Judaism over 2,000 years ago. Centered on Mount Gerizim instead of Jerusalem, the Samaritans follow their own version of the Torah and maintain priestly rituals that date back to biblical times. We'll look at their tense relationship with Jews in the Bible and beyond, their appearance in the New Testament's "Good Samaritan" parable, and their…
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