05 Apr 1963
Jacob: The Man Who Fought with God
Biblical figure Jacob is forced to flee for his life when an enraged Esau vows to kill him.
Taking Moses for a Ride
Ten groups of kids from various parts of Finland, aged between 12 and 15, improvise an episode each based on one of the Bible's Ten Commandments.
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