Monday Review of "The Bible", Pt. 2

Okay, I'll say it right from the start. I didn't enjoy the second episode as much as the first. Though it remained true-to-the-scripture in the scripting, I felt it lacked many of the elements which I would like to have seen added. For instance, aside from a brief few minutes describing the siege on Jericho, the events of the entire book of Joshua were skipped over, as were the first 12 chapters of the book of Judges, and the first 7 chapters of I Samuel, which contain some very meaty material. Also, I didn't feel the attachment to the characters which I felt in Part One. I felt that the true natures of the high-lighted characters were all under-represented, except the character of King Saul, which I thought was portrayed flawlessly, based upon what we know of him from the scriptures. As for the rest, Samson came across to me as nothing more than an over-sized lummox who, though very strong, was also rather simple. And, I actually found myself almost disliking David, pre- and post- kingship, due to the character's blatant arrogant attitude, rather than one of an humble servant, which is what the scripture tells us drew God to choose him to replace Saul.  Truth be told, though it did have some interesting moments, and more than a few bloody ones, I felt it lacked in action and drama. But, for me as a Christian, those are not the things which I really want this miniseries to produce. I would like it to, and thought it was supposed to, bring an authenticity and accuracy in presenting the characters which would lead to God  introducing His Son to the world. I felt like they missed the mark on that one. Hopefully next week will be a week of redemption.

(I did chuckle a bit when at the beginning the voice-over announcer stated that we would now be seeing "a History Channel original story". And here all along I thought the story originated with God...)