The House of Herod and Jesus Vengeance of Infant Death
In a Judean setting, Roman tribune and 12th legion arrive to slaughter male infants in Bethlehem under Herod’s orders. The piece contrasts Roman imperial power and local Jewish resistance, detailing legions and religious practices while pondering the meaning of a promised savior amid brutal regime. The narrative blends historical scene with reflections on empire, faith, and the Bethlehem massacre.