For those somewhat familiar with ancient Biblical history, the name Herod doesn’t typically evoke warm fuzzies. Four Herods are mentioned in the New Testament, and three of the four are coupled with some pretty awful actions.
There’s Herod the Great – the cruel and bloodthirsty ruler who had all the male children (two and under) slaughtered because he was a wee bit nervous about the coming of Christ! Nice guy, eh? The kind of fellow you’d love to invite over for tea and toast, and have baby sit your tots!!
