Crucifixion. Nothing was more feared in the Roman Empire than this horrific punishment. Almost no one was immune from the possibility of suffering this fate. Crucifixion was specifically designed to maximize pain. But also fundamental to the procedure and this punishment was the humiliation of the cross, the shame and loss of status in a culture which esteemed personal glory, honor, and reputation above all. Join us tonight on Search the Scriptures LIVE! as we discuss the cross and crucifixion in Roman culture.

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