The Man Born to Be King

The collection features twelve plays that explore the divine kingship of Jesus of Nazareth, grounded in the social and political realities of his time. The first half focuses on events leading to Jerusalem, while the latter half emphasizes themes from Passion Week. Sayers utilizes the simplicity and depth of Jesus' words from the Fourth Gospel, giving voice to Jesus and the surrounding characters, including Judas. Ultimately, the narrative culminates in the theme of resurrection, highlighting the transformative power of Jesus' kingship.