![]() ![]() “Any one of us could have been in that world-in Jerusalem, in Rome, in Antioch. If you are going to be using this film in your apostolate, Mike Aquilina’s book is a must-have companion and guide to fully understanding the historical impact of this classic story. Sophia Institute Press has allowed us to share an excerpt from The World of Ben Hur . The World of Ben Hur will not only help you to gain a greater awareness of the historical impact of the Roman Empire, but also gives detailed background information about the author and the inspiration to write the story of Ben-Hur. Popular Catholic author, Mike Aquilina, has written an insightful book that will serve as a guide to understanding the time period in which the movie takes place. ![]() However, some of the historical inaccuracies present in the movie require us to take a deeper look. Themes of grace, mercy, and forgiveness are clear throughout the film. It was the first work of fiction to be blessed by a Pope (Pope Leo XIII) and is considered one of the most influential Christian books of the nineteenth century. The film is inspired by the book Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ written by Lew Wallace in 1880. ![]() The much-anticipated blockbuster hit of the summer offers many lessons for us as Christians because of the powerful testimony of faith. An updated version of the 1959 classic movie “Ben-Hur” is currently playing in theaters across the country. ![]()
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