At a museum in Rome I took this picture of a head of Emperor Caligula (AD 37-41). With eerily familiar words, first-century Roman historian Suetonius describes Caligula’s rise to power:“Upon his arrival in Rome the Senate and a crowd of people who had forced their way into the House immediately and unanimously conferred absolute power…
Tag: ancient Rome
A bridge for the Good News
When we came into Rome, Paul was allowed to live by himself, with the soldier who was guarding him. Three days later he called together the local leaders of the Jews. . . He lived there two whole years at his own expense and welcomed all who came to him, proclaiming the kingdom of God…
Holy Lands Peace Pilgrim 