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Holy Land Series-Episode 3: Tomb of the Patriarchs

Abraham and Sarah, Isaac and Rebecca, Jacob and Leah—all buried at this 4000 year old site! Being a holy site for Jews, it serves as a place for prayer and also for main events in the lives of Jews: Brit Milah, Bar Mitzva, and weddings. Imagine getting ready for your wedding amongst your ancestors!

Holy Land Series-Episode 2: Path of the Patriarchs

How many stones away are you from Aelia Capitolina, or, as we call it, Jerusalem? These 2000-year-old stones along the Path of the Patriarchs used to mark the distance to the holy city, but the path hosted many other constructions, like the ritual pool that served as a purification location, a primary demand of anyone coming into the holy city.

Holy Land Series-Episode 2: Path of the Patriarchs

How many stones away are you from Aelia Capitolina, or, as we call it, Jerusalem? These 2000-year-old stones along the Path of the Patriarchs used to mark the distance to the holy city, but the path hosted many other constructions, like the ritual pool that served as a purification location, a primary demand of anyone coming into the holy city.

Holy Land Series-Episode 1: City of David

Unearthed in 1867, the City of David holds a significant Biblical heritage and is sacred to both Christians and Jews. The City of David hosts important places such as the Pool of Siloah, an ancient, central Mikveh where Jews and Christians used to cleanse before their Pilgrimage, as well as a pivotal part of history that isn't open to the public yet!

Documentary 'Retrospecting: The 500th Anniversary of the Reformation': Ep.03 'Unification After Prolonged Division, Division After Prolonged Unification'

Facing five centuries of the Reformation’s rise and fall, we must not forget its spirit! While the Reformation profoundly influenced China, Chinese classics also played a significant role in shaping the European Enlightenment that followed. The encounter and deep dialogue between Matteo Ricci and Xu Guangqi sparked a remarkable collision of Eastern and Western cultures. Shanghai, particularly Xujiahui, emerged as a bridge for this exchange, bearing witness to both the material and spiritual contributions of Christian civilization in the city. As churches gradually faded in Europe, a new phenomenon arose: a revival of humanity’s thirst for spirituality. This documentary takes you to the Abbey of Cluny, once home to the world’s largest church, and offers a closer look at the Taizé community, prompting a reflection on the future of Christian faith. </br> </br> The documentaries are produced by Elizabeth Pan Leilei & Edward Wang Xin. CCD reprints them from their Wechat platform “E2Studio”.

Documentary 'Retrospecting: The 500th Anniversary of the Reformation': Ep.02 'John Calvin and Those Forgotton Reformers'

As the Reformation movement immigrated from Germany to Switzerland, what does modern democracy relate to the Reformation? What does the new Christian ethical life have to do with modern capitalism? What is the internal correlation between the Calvinists and the rise of the prosperity gospel? Since all Reformers valued education, particularly theological education, why does education, especially theological education matter so much?
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