Joanna, Salome, & the Court of King Herod Antipas in The Chosen (Adapting Biblical Characters)
Below, I’ll explore how The Chosen adapts the biblical material about Joanna and the sleazy court of King Herod Antipas that surrounds her.
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I believe the Arts can give us fresh eyes to see the significance of the Bible and the beauty of the Gospel.
I also believe the Bible can provide the arts with complex characters and stories with profound insight into the human condition.
Join me as I explore biblical adaptations like The Chosen and seek to cultivate greater appreciation for creativity, the arts, and adaptation within the Christian community.
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Kevin Keating
- May 11
- 8 min
Introducing The Bible-Verse Project
Have you ever said to yourself, “I wish the creators of The Chosen would adapt THAT biblical story?” Me too. That’s why I recently gathered
Kevin Keating
- Mar 2
- 18 min
The Chosen Season 4 Episode 8: Recap, Review, & Analysis
Episode 8 of The Chosen Season 4 is the most satisfying conclusion to a season of The Chosen thus far. It draws together the storylines and
Kevin Keating
- Mar 2
- 19 min
The Chosen Season 4 Episode 7: Recap, Review, & Analysis
Episode 7 of The Chosen Season 4 finally gives us the moment we’ve been waiting for: Jesus raising Lazarus up from the dead (John 11).
Kevin Keating
- Feb 16
- 13 min
The Chosen Season 4 Episode 4: Recap, Review, & Analysis
Episode 4 of The Chosen Season 4 finally brings Gaius’ storyline to its long-awaited climax, with the story of the healing of the centurion’
Kevin Keating
- Feb 14
- 9 min
The Chosen Season 4 Episode 2 Bible Study & Discussion Guide (Exploring The Chosen with Small Groups & Youth)
How should Christian communities deal with conflict and past grievances? This is one of the central questions driving Episode 2 of The Chos
Kevin Keating
- Feb 3
- 13 min
The Chosen Season 4 Episode 2: Recap, Review, & Analysis
Episode 2 of The Chosen Season 4 centers around the elevation of two characters: Shmuel’s elevation to the Sanhedrin on account of his effor
Kevin Keating
- Feb 2
- 11 min
The Chosen Season 4 Episode 1: Recap, Review, & Analysis
The Chosen Season 4 is going to be a season full of sorrow and joy and more sorrow, and that tone is immediately set by Episode 1. If you’ve
Kevin Keating
- Jan 21
- 12 min
Lazarus, Martha, and Mary of Bethany in The Chosen (Adapting Biblical Characters)
In today's post, we'll see how The Chosen uses Lazarus and his sisters, Mary and Martha, to explore this interesting question. We'll also
Kevin Keating
- Dec 12, 2023
- 11 min
Should I Let My Kids Watch The Chosen? (Mailbag Q&R #1)
Children - especially young children - may not be ready to engage with The Chosen for several reasons, including the issue that you raised.
Kevin Keating
- Dec 7, 2023
- 8 min
Christmas with The Chosen: 5 Advent-Themed Episodes to Watch with Your Family and Church
Christmas with The Chosen: Holy Night will be released in theaters on December 12. The new Christmas special will bring together two older
Kevin Keating
- Nov 6, 2023
- 14 min
The Chosen Cinematic Universe: Challenges & Opportunities to Grow the Franchise
Earlier this year, rumors that The Chosen would expand into a larger franchise began to swirl after a new "President of Production" was hire
Kevin Keating
- Oct 17, 2023
- 10 min
The Chosen Season 4 Teaser Trailer
A Teaser Trailer for The Chosen Season 4 was released this weekend, in conjunction with Chosen Con. We now know that all of The Chosen Seaso
Kevin Keating
- Jul 27, 2023
- 7 min
Sound of Freedom, The Chosen, and the Power and Pitfalls of the Next Wave of Christian Entertainment
It’s been a good year for Christian entertainment and particularly for Angel Studios, thanks to the success of biblical adaptations like The
Kevin Keating
- Jul 7, 2023
- 12 min
How to Reach Out to Non-Christians & the Unchurched with The Chosen
I've offered some general ideas for starting a group discussion of The Chosen, but in this post I'll share some tips specifically about sta
Kevin Keating
- May 3, 2023
- 10 min
5 Reasons to Study & Discuss The Chosen in Your Faith Community or Church
Instead of worrying about whether The Chosen will replace Scripture, churches and faith communities need to focus on being proactive. By cre
Kevin Keating
- Apr 25, 2023
- 18 min
The Transfiguration of Jesus & the Second Commandment (The Chosen Season 4 Controversies)
The Chosen has weathered several controversies over the course of its first three seasons and I doubt the show's critics will stop looking f
Kevin Keating
- Apr 12, 2023
- 7 min
Samuel, Cain, & the Queen Mother (Tragic Old Testament Stories that Need a Film/TV Adaptation)
While the Gospels have been adapted to film and television countless times, the Old Testament has dozens of stories that have been left virt
Kevin Keating
- Apr 1, 2023
- 11 min
His Only Son: Recap & Review
His Only Son is a biblical film that depicts the journey of Abraham, Isaac, and their servants to Mount Moriah, where Abraham intends to sac
Kevin Keating
- Apr 1, 2023
- 9 min
What to Expect in The Chosen Season 4
The Chosen Season 4 began shooting recently and it's natural for fans to be curious about what we can expect in the new season. For the most
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