The Chosen Season 4 Episode 1 Is FULL of Meanings!

[@lindagaines5695]

When John saw the lamb - it took my breath away.

[@SugoiEnglish1]

Yes. Glory to God! May he give his church something like that as we move into heaven in our own times.

[@thenextseason]

It was a great moment indeed

[@DonRamiro1]

Makes ya wonder. Did John get to see the glory he was about to enter before he was martyred? Did God give him that grace? Stephen got to see it. Again, The Chosen just gets it. Dallas and crew do a phenomenal job.

[@sandragibby7611]

I have watched this three times and cry every time, not just because he was dying but because he would go to be with God at his banquet table.

[@Colorwithmenow]

🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@hazelmaylebrun6243]

When the sun hit John's face and he saw the lamb, I literally gasped and cried. What a beautiful way to depict John's viewpoint and honour him all these years later. And Jesus is the Son of God, and so it's easy to forget that John was his cousin. He knew him all his life. It must have broken his heart to have this happen, knowing it had to, but wishing it didn't. They depicted this beautifully... just enough emotion to be poignant without too much to be overdone. And putting Simon Z and Judas together washing clothes was brilliant also. Judas also, historically, had a history with the zealots. That is, his desire for the Romans to be overthrown and for Israel to be freed from the occupation was in lilne with theirs. I read that from a Bible scholar years ago, so it's fitting to have Simon Z who literally was a zealot speaking with Judas this way. It's hard to watch him taking the journey, knowing the wrong path he takes, and the actor they have playing him is perfect... so likable. This series is wonderful.

[@IstamnehapiTeca]

When John turns his head to the window, looks out and sees the Lamb - Isn't this a recreation of a famous picture / Image. Somehow, I think it was the writers/ directors pov.

[@thenextseason]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge and insight about the Judas and Simon Z scene. What you said definitely adds lots of depth to the story!

[@belovedbride9651]

I cried like a baby when John saw the Lamb😢 He knew where he was going and smiled at the Lamb.

[@gaildempster2539]

it made me sad but it was well worth the wait. My heart almost broke to see Jesus cry.

[@lashellhearn6916]

Mine too like never before. I had to really examine my heart…It literally broke my heart

[@thenextseason]

When he ripped his dress...

[@davidrodriguez3789]

The first time I saw the episode, I couldn't see jesus after John died. I was crying for his dead and after seen the lamb and him say "thank you", I turn away and started crying😢😭 (‭Matthew 16:25-27). God bless everyone who made this show, everyone who donated to make it happend, this youtube channel and anyone who is reading this comment. God bless you and your life🙏✝️

[@lashellhearn6916]

@@davidrodriguez3789 God bless you too, brother

[@jameslancatiwalaan5236]

I have the same interpretation with John laughing with the knowledge that he will finally be attending a wedding banquet for the first time, even just his head. But I didn’t think at that moment that he was actually joyful to be attending THE BANQUET to where he will surely go, referencing HEAVEN as it is often described in parables as a WEDDING BANQUET.

[@2007DNT]

Exactly my thought! It would be his first destination after death.

[@joytedford996]

Yes. That's what I thought. He was talking about the wedding banquet in Heaven!

[@juliapendergast5253]

This is a bit gruesome, but I think the brain is still conscious after beheading, as long as it has enough oxygen , for several minutes. He may have indeed seen what was going on at the banquet, for a little while. But, he was soon in Paradise after that.

[@StompMom5]

Amen!! It meant heaven and nothing else. Why would he be grateful to go to Any Other Banquet?? Makes no sense at all. Especially his enemies wedding🤣🤣

[@janephillips8113]

I cried when John saw the lamb of God in the meadow thank you actors Dallas and all the Crew 🙏🙏🙏

[@DorisSahyoun]

I was so emotional and I cried during the movie when John the Baptist was executed. And John seeing the lamb and saying thank you,was breathtaking and even after the show I couldn’t get it out my head. I cried my eyes out. It was so heartbreaking. Fantastic job Dallas and crew was an amazing episode.🙏❤

[@MaryDunford]

Same here.

[@lyesterday]

When John saw the lamb. It reminded me of all the times in my chronic illness that God has comforted me. I remember a few weeks ago when I was in so much pain I felt like I couldn't bare it. I cried out to God. Then I felt the sun light shine through the window and hit my face. It felt like God was hugging me and saying Here I am

[@ccbarr58]

The visitation is my favorite rosary decade. I was 42 , my husband too, when we became parents of a son...our 1st son,only son. I identify with Elizabeth and Zaccariah

[@deb9806]

It's mine too! I don't picture it in any way the way Dallas showed it, but I picture Joseph (or her dad) taking her to Elizabeth's, they were married, I picture her getting off the donkey and Elizabeth saying how blessed she was and embracing her....the leap of the baby in her womb. I picture Mary helping her with her pregnancy and labor and leaving after John is born and safe in his parents arms. I just love it. ; )

[@blindknitter]

God love you!

[@brandon.powell]

The wedding reference was in regards to the marriage supper of the Lamb mentioned in Revelation.

[@gloriamoloi2918]

Definitely worth the wait, Jesus’ scene was heartbreaking and I love how The Chosen reminds us of the “fully man” part of Jesus, He has feelings too🥺. I thoroughly enjoyed Elizabeth and Mary’s scene. The scripture is my personal favourite and to see it acted out was amazing ❤

[@terric6013]

Jesus tears of pain. So felt this. I can only imagine the pain with the world now. Awesome episode

[@IminHIGHpursuitofthelivingGod]

I love the part when God showed John when he looked towards the window that he was with him and that he was going to be with him in a blink of an eye! And John answered thank you! That was the best part of that entire episode 1 of season 4. Reminds me of Steven being stoned I did also catch when Simon said " it's still dirty" to Judas it reminded me when Jesus said "and one of you is a devil". Judas heart never really changed until he threw back the money.

[@sandragibby7611]

I still cry when I think of that scene and can't wait to get to that point in my life where it is at the end and Jesus is waiting for me too.

[@IminHIGHpursuitofthelivingGod]

@@sandragibby7611 That's what's up sis!

[@juliakovalea4824]

Спасибо огромное ❤

[@workinprogress-ye5or]

I thought of the question John sent to Jesus in the Bible and this was his answer without the words

[@mariannebrown6652]

Your insights and analysis are spot on. The multiplicity of layers of meaning are what makes this series so unique and compelling. They truly get to the humanity of each person- and especially the humanity of Jesus.

[@thenextseason]

Thanks for your wonderful comment ❤️

[@2PopRonB]

Zee could not have been more clear. Great scene.

[@thenextseason]

Exactly!

[@teresaritchie2177]

🎉the dirt on Jesse’s Head, ‘I commit this body to the ground, earth to earth, ashes to ashes, dust to dust; in sure and certain hope of the Resurrection to eternal life’ . A reminder to all that from dust we came and to dust we will return . RC’s. Remind themselves of this with Blessed Ash from the Palms , on Ash Wednesday every year. 🙏🙏

[@nmcgiv546]

This is a gift from God, Praise be too Jesus, Mary and Joseph ✝️🙏🕊️❤️

[@IstamnehapiTeca]

JMJ

[@Joeyisundead]

Only Jesus . We don’t praise Mary or Joseph

[@diamondlou1]

@@Joeyisundead Too bad, you should. Jesus' earthly parents who He obeyed.

[@sandragibby7611]

@@diamondlou1 Why would you pray to someone who is dead? Jesus is the only one that is ALIVE>>> HE is the mediator to the FATHER SORRY

[@diamondlou1]

@@sandragibby7611 The Bible doesn't say every single thing needed to be a good Christian. And by the way, you don't think your righteous loved ones are ALIVE in Heaven? Sorry to hear that.

[@renee5748]

Thank you for your insights into episode 1. From now on when I read these sections of the Bible, my experience will be enhanced by this wonderful show’s depiction.

[@lizsim]

This show has made me understand the New Testament so much better

[@renee5748]

@@lizsimI feel the same way.

[@thenextseason]

My pleasure ❤️

[@estherosibamowo8837]

Season 4 is really worth the wait. It opens with an episode that is full of amazing scenes with wonderful meanings. Can't wait for episode 2

[@RodMartinJr]

*_The original name of "Christianity" was "THE WAY."_* Just as "Israel" means "path to God," and since God is Love, "Israel" means "path to Love." I suspect that when a critical mass of those in Israel -- *_the Jews_* come to embrace LOVE, then the nation of Israel will have achieved its True Meaning and Christ will take the seat of King David. Your commentary is so spot on, and this series, *_The Chosen,_* is so well done, I'd give it a 98% -- the best of any biblical representation in television or film. 😎♥✝🇺🇸💯

[@IorgaArtStudio]

thank you for this: The original name of "Christianity" was "THE WAY." Just as "Israel" means "path to God," and since God is Love, "Israel" means "path to Love." I suspect that when a critical mass of those in Israel -- the Jews come to embrace LOVE, then the nation of Israel will have achieved its True Meaning and Christ will take the seat of King David.

[@2BOutspoken]

Very nice Rod👍❤️🙏

[@petervonbergen5364]

I am not absolutely sure, but I remember Israel meaning "He, who wrestles with God".

[@RodMartinJr]

@@petervonbergen5364 I have seen a number of interpreted meanings. And I liked this one for its implications. 😎♥✝🇺🇸💯

[@petervonbergen5364]

@@RodMartinJr The name Israel is derived from the Hebrew words, "yisra," which means to struggle, and "el," which is short-hand for "God," or "Elohim." Thus it can be interpreted as someone who struggles with God. I looked it up on countless pages. They all say the same. And it makes sense, bc Jacob did exactly that before he got the name.

[@TRoth858]

I saw season 4 in the theater. This episode was such an emotional one. I sobbed when John turned and saw the lamb of God. My heart broke for Jesus, and Andrew. Everyone did an amazing job.

[@christineblaszczyk1602]

Yes seems like I've felt like that garment they were washing clean. Great scene.

[@versfeldansieansie3415]

It was worth the wait!!!! It's AMAZING!! Blessings to you all in . THANKYOU.

[@thenextseason]

❤️

[@ItCanChangeYouToo]

The scenes with Joanna were the ones that got to me...those and the lamb.

[@marnie1219]

It was worth the wait. It was amazing and heartbreaking!

[@thenextseason]

I agree

[@donnapatelmo316]

It was a fantastic episode ! They did a great job 😢🙏🏼 i love the Chosen

[@benjaminsustersic8646]

St Joanna was wonderful in this episode as well.

[@thenextseason]

I liked her interaction with her husband lol. She didn't hold back!

[@jameslancatiwalaan5236]

What a great episode. Kudos to everyone, the actors, the writers, Dallas, the production crew. Glory be to God! 🙏🏼

[@thenextseason]

❤️

[@sheilab5319]

I waited to so long to see this like a lot of folks... My kids were able to go see it at the show with their husbands and told me all about it... it was worth the wait this is the best Series Ever... I get my DVD this week.. so I can binge watch this season.. This episode was amazing like every episode ... the chosen team is amazing you can see Gods hand all over this series... I have bought a few DVD's for family... and they're shipping them out quite quickly.. Thank You Dallas and your team for such an amazing Series Ever! God bless you all

[@joachimzehe6925]

Yes, it was worth the wait . They did an excellent job . I watch it 2 x. There are so many things to grab .

[@EdenCloudTech]

It was an excellent presentation of the events leading to John’s death. Thankful for the Cast and Crew

[@veronicasanchez2350]

I love the Chosen❤ but like most shows… the book is better ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@beebee9803]

The whole point of The Chosen (as the shows creator Dallas Jenkins himself has said), is to bring people to Christ & motivate everyone to read the Bible. We all know the Bible is the best --- but watching The Chosen helps people who learn better visually, and encourages those who would not normally read the Bible, to do so. No one is disputing that the Bible is the best.

[@veronicasanchez2350]

@@beebee9803 I agree with you completely❤️ I’m just hoping if people read this they know there’s so much more❤️🙏🏻

[@lourdesfernandez3162]

A very sad episode but beautiful at the same time. 🙏🏻❤🌟❤🌟❤🌟

[@hectorgarcia9783]

Seeing John as baby side by side with John who is about to be executed broke me.

[@thenextseason]

😭

[@shaymayhello]

Same!!

[@CC777PATRIOT]

When *John the Baptist's* face was suddenly covered with a BEAUTIFUL glowing ray of light and then he smiled when he saw the LAMB.🐑 I cried 😢instantly (sorrow & joy mixed) because I knew he was going HOME to Heaven to be with God the Father!

[@tommaxwell429]

It's going to be a very tough season. The mood has definitely shifted. I cried my eyes out.

[@ruthortega5822]

Love it, even with all the sadness. I can’t wait to watch all of it. I definitely hooked on The Chosen. I watched the previous episodes when they were on TV. Love the actor who portrays Jesus.

[@jjwurtz]

Thank you for pointing out some things I didn’t notice.

[@joytedford996]

I think the wedding banquet John was talking about was the one in Heaven. And the scene with the silver platter and the lamb took my breath away. So powerful and heartbraking!😭😭😭💔

[@thenextseason]

💯

[@teresaritchie2177]

Wonderful worth the wait.

[@SixAcreHomestead]

I cried the whole time.. Just think about it all, we see John preparing the way for Jesus 1st time around then dies for him. Jesus prepares a way for us then dies for us. Now we get to prepare the way for Jesus 2nd coming and some of us may get to die for him.. Full circle!!!!

[@sherryking7890]

My favorite scene also was Judas and Simon Z because of the whole 10% thing with money!! Woohoo

[@user-bm5hm8hp1l]

Such a beautiful baby!

[@thenextseason]

So cute ❤️

[@DrBeast777]

I want more videos like this from your channel ❤

[@abigailwolfer1748]

His head was not going to go to a wedding. He was going to the wedding of the Lamb.

[@thenextseason]

Yes! I meant banquet sorry. His head is being taken to Herod's banquet

[@2BOutspoken]

Thank you for this, it gave me more understanding and clarity 🙏🙏🙏

[@thenextseason]

My pleasure! Thanks for watching ❤️❤️

[@TheJesterboy1969]

This episode wrecked me... I cried.

[@JoshuaPabst1776]

The marriage supper of the Lamb! The banquet! I can't imagine what John saw as he entered into the Kingdom of Heaven! I bet he is sitting in the throne room in Awe of I Am! The most beautiful scene in my opinion the suffering finished!

[@AllisonCosta-yl2xh]

Yes it was very much needed to wait. I Loved everything about episode one couldn’t got much better and it was really a lot connected to the Bible. Lotta tears and a lot of joy and a lot of heartache beautiful beautiful job they did all of them the actors and the producers Dallas awesome job.😢❤🕊📖✝️🙏⛪️😢

[@alicemorris3290]

Breathtaking

[@thenextseason]

❤️

[@estherosibamowo8837]

The story of Jesus and John shows in a profound way, the deity and human nature of Christ combined. He appeared to John as a Lamb; implying a salutation and a confirmation that he faithfully finished his work in preparing the way for the Lamb who was to take unto Himself the sins of the world. Jesus was glad that John will make it to the wedding supper of the Lamb, but at the same time as a human, He deeply mourned the death of His beloved cousin

[@fairlyvague82]

It was also my favourite scene.

[@segiaalapati1378]

Well said and Good review. Thank you . Blessings

[@thenextseason]

Thanks for watching ❤️

[@charmiemael460]

Worth the wait in did..Thanks for sharing your insights..very in lightening.

[@thenextseason]

Glad you enjoyed it ❤️

[@geraldinebabb9811]

Love it can't wait to bye it on DVD !!

[@thenextseason]

I think it's avaliable on the chosen website!

[@francesguadamuz4914]

I was definitely worth the wait.

[@thenextseason]

❤️

[@jeannechristopher5932]

Yes, Jesus approaches wearing sack cloth and ashes. A sign of mourning in the Old Testament. Today, we as Catholics are reminded of our death, on Ash Wednesday when we receive the ashes in the sign of a cross on our foreheads. We are dust, and unto dust we will return. The ashes a sign of our mortality, the Cross a sign of our hope in eternal life in Christ.

[@thenextseason]

Thanks for your insightful comment

[@nancyg2242]

I cried like a baby🥹❤️

[@blazinjedi2008]

Shows where my head was at(no pun intended). I didn't even think about John's head being brought to the wedding. My first thought was Heaven

[@anjaverheijden9742]

Was erg indrukwekkend hoe Johanesde doper zo rustig er onder was zijn geloof was zo sterk aanwezig en dat Jezus huilde dat brak mijn hart dat ik zelf ook brak en eindelijk echt naar jaren ook echt kon doorhuilen. En mijn geloof in Jezus nog sterker is gaan worden en ik nog meer verlang om hem te blijven volgen wat het me ook kosten mag 😢 ik hou van Jezus ❤

[@elizabethbourke8255]

That is exactly what I thought. Well done for your interpretation of the episode, it was so well executed, pardon the pun. Blessings Have subscribed.

[@thenextseason]

I love the pun :) thanks for watching ❤️

[@carolam1089]

LOVE IT!!!! 💛💛💛💛💛🙏🏻💞🙏🏻🫂

[@thenextseason]

❤️

[@IstamnehapiTeca]

The research and time taken to bring full circle the prophecy. "Behold the Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world." As each scene passed I was thinking of the scripture.... isn't this what The Chosen is calling all of us to do? Not all characters are scriptural or perhaps just a mere mention, but how they add in support to the Life of our Lord and even call us to go back and read the scriptures. The example for the baby John's Naming Day and Zaccariah's prophecy for his son. Even the fact that is it mentioned in scripture that Zaccahriah lost his voice when he showed disbelief in the Angel's message. Abraham had disbelief in the Angel's message, Moses had disbelief in The Lord God's message. For those of us who are going back, let's go way back and use our footnotes to the parallel passages in the OT, especially Isaiah. Get yourself a good Biblical Commentary and open up the Word. Amen, Lord Jesus. Amen Holy Spirit - Come to us, do not delay.

[@mikefranliv]

Interesting that Judas attitude is relected by the apostles when they appoint Stephen and Philip in Acts

[@timtruth3679]

Church is the Bride, Christ Bride groom, John Best man

[@AngelaFebles-db7fe]

I was disappointed by the scene were our beloved Mother Mary visited Elizabeth. First this was suppose to be one of the most beautiful celestial scenes!!! Also Elizabeth according to the Bible was around 50 years old, no 80. The scene I like the most was when St. John was going to die; he is thinking about the banquet in heaven and when he saw the lamb is almost like watching the promise of God to save humanity was a reality!!! Thank you our Lord for your love to all of us! 🙏

[@vivianvanderhoek4778]

Just a small question of interpretation: I didn't see Herod's banquet as a wedding banquet - just a banquet for his friends. But the wedding banquet John said he was going to? I saw that as his entering into eternity with his God. Thoughts??

[@music4awhile]

Great catch. John refers to a spiritual Wedding, not the birthday party. Spiritual Wedding happens where the soul (John) is married to the Spirit (Christ) which is the obvious culmination of John's life.

[@thenextseason]

You're right! I just meant banquet but accidentally said wedding banquet. My mind went to the one in heaven:)

[@user-ug6lv5gy2d]

It was wonderful

[@thenextseason]

I agree ❤️

[@pbar8439]

Marriage Supper of the Lamb!

[@thenextseason]

Yes! I missed that connection. Thank you ❤️

[@workinprogress-ye5or]

I didn't like Mary giggling with Elizabeth, that interaction was not real to me but everything else was wonderful. The lamb instead of Jesus's words in the Bible to John was nice, different but nice. I wish they showed in flashbacks Jesus getting baptised but Dallas didn't want to do it. Loved seeing the lineage.

[@IstamnehapiTeca]

I liked Mary's giggling. The Gospels show us the most important part's of Mary's life that the Gospel writer knew of. But she was much more than that. She is 3 dimensional. We can not limit her.

[@thenextseason]

I would have loved seeing the baptism as a flashback!

[@workinprogress-ye5or]

@@thenextseason Yes Dallas didn't want to do Baptism, transfiguration or stoning if seems.

[@netherquartz8946]

I think the baptism scene didn't happen for obe of two reasons One, there would be too much controversy. The Catholics and some others would want John to pour some water on Jesus's head. There would be others who would want baptism by immersion. Another theory is Dallas being an Evangelical likely doesn't believe baptism is necessary for salvation so just ignore that part of Jesus being baptized saying he does so to fulfill all righteousness. I also think the mount of transfiguration didn't happen as the majority of Christians don't understand the importance/significance.

[@CONDACOCLIPS]

@@netherquartz8946 Yaaay Catholics. Catholics are cool...

[@TheHounddog2343]

Very emotional and sad. To know that Jesus wept for his cousin showed us his human side.

[@claudiamelz1217]

I didn’t like that at the beginning the woman joining Mary to visit Elizabeth doubted of Mary’s virginity and spoke poorly of her. I don’t know about the producers intentions but clearly weren’t the best. Mary is so dear for us Catholics.

[@thenextseason]

I think it was just to show how people around that time probably talked about her...

[@beebee9803]

Elizabeth did not speak poorly of her. Those who did speak poorly of her, were portrayed very realistically. Dallas was not disrespecting Mary --- he was showing the reality of people who lived at that time. I am very sure that her neighbors and even the religious leaders of her town both doubted she was a virgin during her pregnancy, and even gossiped against her. Does that mean Dallas disrespects Mary? Of course not. I am a Catholic, and even I understand this portrayal. Was Jesus accepted by His own? No. Was He accepted by the majority? Of course not, else they would not have called for His death. The Chosen is showing exactly what would have happened in that time, and they did a very good job of it.

[@claudiamelz1217]

@@beebee9803 it wasn’t Elizabeth , it was the woman joining her. Nobody spoke poorly of Mary since Joseph married her. That’s what the Bible says.

[@claudiamelz1217]

@@beebee9803 I used to defend Dallas as well but a Catholic father highlighted many things Dallas portrays in the chosen that don’t go according the Catholic compendium and sometimes those things are offensive. I know Dallas is Protestant or something similar.

[@workinprogress-ye5or]

I didn't like it because Mary was married to Joseph, didn't make sense.

[@DonRamiro1]

Other than Dallas not including the Transfiguration, which I felt was a big miss, this show doesn't miss a beat. I really wish he had depicted the Transfiguration.

[@workinprogress-ye5or]

Or the stoning which would have been powerful with Jon's acting but maybe he will do the Ascension later. He said mystical things are harder to do.

[@MegaJohn144]

I am still hoping that, sometime, we get to see John baptizing Jesus. Other than that, the scene was well worth the wait.

[@sandragibby7611]

well, John was baptizing in the river by immersion and all the baptizing in the NT was an immersion that we are today buried with Christ in baptism and that is where we contact the blood of christ that takes away our sins. The Chosen is so close to scripture, I can't see that Jesus' baptism would be sprinkling or pouring. Just Saying.

[@workinprogress-ye5or]

I think that has been put to rest, John is dead and if he didn't show a short clip in his life, it was his destiny really, John the Baptizer, he isn't.

[@deb9806]

@@workinprogress-ye5or That's sad, Jesus said he was great and that was his mission. To just ignore it is strange. I don't think anyone cares how much water etc. Just show him in the river with him, the 2 staring at each other, I saw that in King of Kings and it was very moving.

[@Paul-uc8qj]

I don't know if it was accidental or on purpose, but the soldiers who bring John the Baptist to be executed appeared to be in full Roman uniform. This is inaccurate. Herod the Great had his own Jewish soldiers to, and as long as the Judeans paid their taxes and kept the peace, Herod had little interference from Rome. Herod was a good friend to Rome, and taking care of trouble makers like John the Baptist was one of the reasons why. By the time Jesus was creating problems in Judea, Herod the Great was dead and Judea was divided up, part of which went to Rome. This is when Rome started taking a very active part in governing Judea, and had a Roman procurator (such as Pontus Pilate) assigned to govern the area around Jerusalem. Thus, in the case of Jesus, it was the Romans who arrested, tried, and executed Him, but not John the Baptist.

[@bridgetmccoy5725]

I have seen the dance of the seven scarves done live in Houston and was unimpressed with the dance seen.

[@Christian7355c9b]

It is NOT available on the Chosen App!

[@user-kh4kw1wr6y]

I thought that this episode was very well done if you were a person familiar with the gospels. However, if the viewer was not familar with the gospel accounts, they would have been confused by the time shifts between various scenes. This 30 year period was a lot to cover in a relatively short series episode and it had a lot of important elemental messages to portray. The gospels don't tell us, but I believe that Jesus and John knew each other as children, as teens, and as young men. John was the son of the high priest of the temple after all. Did John rebel against his own father or did his father realize the important role that John would live out in the coming of our Savior to the world?

[@launicarazon]

Pienso que quizás Juan no vivió mucho tiempo con sus padres, ya que eran ancianos y quizás murieron. Por eso el también vivía en el desierto, con una vida diferente al resto, incluso en su vestimenta y alimentación. El tenía claro su propósito, preparar el camino, y lo mejor fue que sus padres no lo vieron encarcelado ni morir así, hubiese sido muy triste para ellos.

[@CONDACOCLIPS]

Excellent questions...they were cousins in the Eastern tradition...what did they talk about??

[@workinprogress-ye5or]

I'm sure they visited, but not often being far away. Why would he rebel? They knew his destiny and I'm sure he grew up in a good Jewish home and probably lost his parents earlier than Jesus but we don't know. Age was different then and life spans.

[@CONDACOCLIPS]

@@workinprogress-ye5or Good thoughts. Let's go deeper because cousins are like beloved brothers in the Eastern culture. What are some of the NB sources on John the Baptist...never has a greater man been born of women said the Lord Himself

[@adrianburke7995]

When the Baptist saw the vision of the Lamb of God, did you notice the rainbow in the lower left corner of the picture? To me I couldn't help but recall Ezekiel 1:28, "Like the appearance of a rainbow in the clouds on a rainy day (the sad day of John's execution), so was the radiance around him. This was the appearance of the likeness of the glory of the LORD. When I saw it, I fell facedown, and I heard the voice of one speaking." Also, Rev 4:1-3: John of Patmos' vision of the Victorious Lamb of God where as "one seated on the throne" he is described as looking "like jasper and carnelian, and around the throne is a rainbow that looks like an emerald!" The Visionary of Revelation also heard the voice say to him, "Come up here and I will show you what must take place after this." Perhaps this too, for those who know this scriptural text well, could not have helped thinking of John the Baptist as having hear those very words too - as if God was saying to him, "John, good and faithful servant, you have accomplished what I sent you to do. Now, come up here, and I will show you what must happen next!"

[@thenextseason]

Yes, I noticed the rainbow but not the connection. Thanks for sharing that ❤️

[@RLB52]

Great episode.

[@thenextseason]

Completely ❤️

[@patchrockit]

DVDs of the full season 1-4 are now available on the official The Chosen website!

[@thenextseason]

great news!

[@susanvojkufka4123]

I have 2 questions on this 1st episode. Did Mary call Elizabeth's husband, uncle? I thought they were cousins. Who was the man that came up behind Jesus just before he tore his sleeve? I thought he said Abner.

[@JetADR]

On Simon Z and Judas: this scene is good to setup Judas for betrayal and not full getting it. Also, Judas is not wrong completely because later in Acts the Apostles create the position of Shamashim or Deacons to serve the people and they can focus on prayer and teaching.

[@timothyjarrett1960]

His version on focusing on spreading God’s word is them not having to do any of these (mediocre & mundane tasks) at all)

[@Scapp70]

Covering yourself in ashes was always shown as a sign of atonement, like in Jonah. Am I wrong?

[@workinprogress-ye5or]

Jesus didn't need to atone though, he said not to show outward symbols of fasting. He said "“And when you fast, do not look dismal, like the hypocrites, for they disfigure their faces that their fasting may be seen by men. Truly, I say to you, they have received their reward. But when you fast, anoint your head and wash your face that your fasting may not be seen by men but by your Father who is in secret; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you” (Matt. 6:16-18).A priest answered a question about ashes on Ash Wed, this way " The wearing of ashes is a common penitential practice throughout the Old Testament. One example is found in the writings of the prophet Jeremiah: “Thus says the Lord . . . O daughter of my people, gird on sackcloth, and roll in ashes; make mourning as for an only son, most bitter lamentation; for suddenly the destroyer will come upon us” (6:22-26). Ashes and other penitential practices can do great good for our souls, helping us keep in mind death and the transience of the world. The potential problem comes in our interior disposition with regard to the wearing of ashes. Is it a penitential sign, reminding us and others of death and of the fleeting nature of worldly things? Or do we treat it as a sign of our piety, a way to show others that we are so devout?

[@selinasouthard277]

With The ashes part of me wondered did it have anything to do with ash Wednesday bc the season ends on palm sunday and ash Wednesday comes before that

[@lisalisavirgowarrior1111]

I couldn't stand watching Jesus cry.

[@thenextseason]

:(

[@Mr.Batsu12]

The biggest problem I have with how the show portrays Judas is that the actor is so likable. Knowing who he is makes his role so much more uncomfortable to watch - though done very well.

[@IstamnehapiTeca]

Imagine Jesus' knowing. We are all Judus. We are all likeable and we have all betrayed him at one point or another. I pray that when we do we seek forgiveness as Peter did.

[@launicarazon]

Claro, porque en otras películas uno se ha acostumbrado a verlo diferente. Este Judas llegó humilde, simpático, deseoso de seguir a Jesús, todo perfecto! Pero en esta cuarta temporada va cambiando el personaje, y eso está muy bien logrado por el actor, porque ya no cae tan bien como al principio ...sabemos lo que pasará en la temporada 5, pero será interesante como lo mostrará la serie en cuanto a Judas.

[@thenextseason]

Yes, especially those eyes of his...

[@Mr.Batsu12]

@@IstamnehapiTeca Yes, so true. Even though I'm saved and want to always do my best I still fail, sometimes failing in "spectacular" ways. LOL Romans 7:15 For I do not understand my own actions. For I do not do what I want, but I do the very thing I hate. While I does make me feel a little better knowing that even Paul had this problem it's knowing that Christ still forgives me that makes all the difference. Just repent, try harder and focus on Jesus again.

[@Mr.Batsu12]

@@launicarazon Yes! One of the things I love about the show is they do a fantastic job of making all the characters realistic. Having Judas first appear so likable makes his later betrayal so much more powerful. He's not portrayed as being opposed to Jesus but as someone who thinks he knows a better way to do things. It's a great reminder that we should put our trust in the Lord, he knows what's best for us even if we don't understand it. 😊 Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.

[@Scott_Bates]

Joanna used King James English saying the Lord’s Prayer. Mistake or stylistic choice. I believe that’s the fist King James English used in the entire series.

[@beebee9803]

Nope --- it was used when Jesus taught the Disciples the prayer.

[@0cards0]

where can I watch it for free?

[@blindknitter]

Salome was a victim of her mother pimping her out. She was far younger than this show indicates. Probably 12 or 13. The dance is was also far more provocative. (The 'dance of the seven veils typically ended with the dancer naked before the one danced to.) Salome was undoubtedly a victim of s.a. Catholic tradition does say that she was saved, when Jesus was brought before Herod. His silence in the presence of hers abusive stepfather spoke volumes, and Salome was later martyred for her faith. I hope to see her in heaven, with John the Baptist.

[@ronb4178]

I thought John the Baptist referred to a banquet in heaven.. as well as his head on a platter to the other banquet. could this be?

[@workinprogress-ye5or]

yes, there was no wedding there, the platter was normally reserved for that. He joked he was going to a banquet and the guard would think he was making fun of his reference but he knew a greater one awaited.

[@vernekelley9356]

i was very disappointed in this episode except for the scenes with Jesus, which made the remainder of the episode worth watching. I had the same experience with Season 3 and then LOVED the rest of the season.

[@IstamnehapiTeca]

The writers need to set the scene for us friend. For those who don't know the scripture - they are creating the image. Jesus was there with Mary in her travels on the donkey and also in the encounter with Mary and Elizabeth. Remember, Jesus is present at the Creation of all things - Genesis 1:1 --> Use the unseen presence.

[@vernekelley9356]

@@IstamnehapiTeca I appreciate your kind comment. I respect your opinion. I've been a student of the Scriptures and Jesus for 40+ years. I can't really see how someone not familiar with Scripture would make those connections you mention. FOR ME the first episode was too disjointed. It received rave reviews and...I'm very glad. I pray for nothing but success for the series. I will, of course, continue to watch every episode with great anticipation.

[@thenextseason]

I agree in the sense that some of the scenes felt disjointed, like I thought the Thomas and Ramah story could have been included in another episode. The same goes for the oil business storyline. If this episode solely focused on John the Baptist and Jesus, it would have been better, in my opinion

[@workinprogress-ye5or]

I was disappointed Dallas didn't show what John was put here for even once in a flashback with Jesus, just a few seconds of him standing before him in the river, they did meet that way.

[@netherquartz8946]

Honestly, I was a bit disappointed but I think thats because the episode was hyped up so much. The chosen does hype stuff too much. "Bring your tissues" quotes like "I cried so hard I got a migraine" etc. are used too much by the chosen marketing team

[@workinprogress-ye5or]

It think when you know what is going to happen and that John's time was done and he was ready, it lessens the gut punch. In the Bible, he asked Jesus in some doubt or just wanting to hear it again, if he was the one and Jesus gave him a nice reply. In this show, they just showed the lamb which was nice.

[@lisad5856]

I thought it was a good show

[@thenextseason]

Same here ❤️

[@rickfilmmaker3934]

It was their best episode, very well done. But they should not have skipped over John 6, the bread of Life. 70% of the audience is Catholic.

[@CONDACOCLIPS]

Whaaat...Dallas skipped John 6...that is disappointing and ridiculous...the last Passover meal will have no sense?????

[@JamesSmith-ge2sg]

Herodias bores me.

[@thenextseason]

She was a little boring I have to admit as well

[@JamesSmith-ge2sg]

I just hate, hate, hate how kings can execute anyone without "due process." Was this really common in the ancient world? Hammurabi had his laws written down. So did the Romans.

[@IstamnehapiTeca]

It comes full circle with Israel vs Hamas. Tit for Tat.

[@beebee9803]

​@IstamnehapiTeca I think that's a tad too simplistic an analogy. And (to answer the other poster), yes --- kings at that time had alot of power, including the power to pronounce a death sentence. Watch The Ten Commandments --- Pharoh pronounced that very thing upon Moses. As to Hamas being "tit for tat," has nothing to do with the power of kings in Jesus' time being able to pronounce a death sentence whenever they wanted. Plenty of kings in the Middle East (who were not Jewish) did the same, and worse. One does not equate (nor satisfy revenge) with the other.

[@aUNVACCINATED]

Not worth the wait in my opinion. The fact that this season has had delays and legal issues with streaming cannot be a coincidence after Dallas sold out to a secular company. This was the result.

[@beebee9803]

Well, you are always free to stop watching or supporting this project.

[@workinprogress-ye5or]

Well, the delay didn't change the script and filming, just the showing of it.

[@coctimusprime1872]

All these stories every taught me is NEVER trust women. Every since the very first one they have always been bringing men down even today.

[@launicarazon]

Claro! Todas las mujeres son iguales de malas 🤣

[@archibaldy1929]

Mary? The mother of God?

[@coctimusprime1872]

@@archibaldy1929 Eve the mother of us all

[@coctimusprime1872]

@@archibaldy1929 Marry wasn’t the first woman now was she

[@archibaldy1929]

@@coctimusprime1872 No, she wasn’t the first one to exist. I’m sorry you feel that there has never been a good woman.

[@cazanne8]

I did not enjoy this episode, also the subtitles for hearing impaired people needs addressing. Words are missing and the lag is awful.

[@thenextseason]

Ow, I didn't know about those issues. You're right, they're important problems that need to be addressed. I watched it on KZbin without any subtitles and I had to rewind a couple of times to understand what they said :(

[@pkd7927]

I think (in my opinion) subtitles on the Chosen app were better synchronized compared to KZbin. I tried on both. Maybe check it out. It's free :)

[@beebee9803]

I usually order the DVD's of each season & watch those. The captions are wonderful & I enjoy each episode very much.

[@carlhursh505]

I don’t understand how any person can be in the Chosen, especially playing Jesus and repeating His words, and still remain a Catholic!

[@user-es9mb8wi3m]

What do you mean?

[@themichyshow]

Please explain

[@mrssilencedogood4825]

Ditto please explain and be specific since you are insulting not just Jonathan Roumie but over 1 billion Catholics in the world

[@lizsim]

There is always one in the comments…. I am a proud devout Catholic

[@yikesgina]

…Yikes. They believe that Jesus is the Son of God as much as you do.