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Saint John the Baptist

Who was John the Baptist and why has he been so important to artists and patrons over the centuries? 10 films explore the life of this pivotal figure through masterpieces in the National Gallery and beyond.
Episode 1: Saint John the Baptist: From Birth to Beheading
Introduction

Episode 1: Saint John the Baptist: From Birth to Beheading

Introduction

More from Saint John the Baptist (10 videos)

08:07
Episode 1: Saint John the Baptist: From Birth to Beheading
Introduction
09:16
Episode 2: Saint John the Baptist: From Birth to Beheading
Visitation
11:43
Episode 8: Saint John the Baptist: From Birth to Beheading
Martyrdom
10:21
Episode 9: Saint John the Baptist: From Birth to Beheading
The Baptist's Head
08:17
Episode 3: Saint John the Baptist: From Birth to Beheading
Birth and Naming
10:02
Episode 4: Saint John the Baptist: From Birth to Beheading
Infancy
07:34
Episode 5: Saint John the Baptist: From Birth to Beheading
Wilderness
11:44
Episode 7: Saint John the Baptist: From Birth to Beheading
Baptism
09:17
Episode 6: Saint John the Baptist: From Birth to Beheading
Preaching
13:57
Episode 10: Saint John the Baptist: From Birth to Beheading
Power and Judgement