Educator Guide
Herod the Great Bible Study Guide
Second Temple · 73 BC – 4 BC (69 years)
Idumean king of Judea installed by Rome; rebuilt the temple; ordered the slaughter at Bethlehem.
From the family tree
- Children
- Herod Antipas
- Dates
- 73 BC – 4 BC (69 years)
- Era
- Second Temple
Teaching prompt
Read about Herod the Great: "Idumean king of Judea installed by Rome; rebuilt the temple; ordered the slaughter at Bethlehem." What does this teach us about God's plan?
Discussion questions
- How does Herod the Great's life connect to the promise that leads to Jesus?
- What would you have done in Herod the Great's place?
- Which scripture passage about Herod the Great stands out most to you, and why?