What’s the Point of Forgiveness?
Inspired by Jesus's words on the cross, Bettany Hughes traces the history of this challenging virtue. What does it really ask of us? And how realistic is it to put into practice?
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- Clip length: 59'04''
- Broadcast year: 2011
Curriculum Connection
- Religious Education | Christianity | Beliefs and teachings | Incarnation, crucifixion, resurrection and ascension
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- Provider: BBC
- Channel: BBC One
- Programme: What's the Point of Forgiveness?
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