The Sadducees in 10 Minutes

Priests, power, and the politics of the Temple—that's the world of the Sadducees. In The Sadducees in 10 Minutes, we'll explore this influential Jewish sect from the Second Temple period that stood in sharp contrast to the Pharisees. Made up largely of wealthy elites and priestly families, the Sadducees controlled the Temple and rejected the Oral Law, insisting only the written Torah counted. We'll look at their clashes with Pharisees over resurrection, angels, and law, as well as their close ties to political power under Roman rule. When the Temple was destroyed in 70 CE, their influence vanished—but their story remains crucial for understanding the diversity of Jewish life in that era. Ten minutes, one priestly faction, and a reminder that history isn't just about who won, but also about the voices that faded.