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What it's about
Judah Ben-Hur, a Jewish prince, is betrayed by his Roman friend Messala and sent to the galleys, while his mother and sister vanish into prison. He survives, wins his freedom and meets Messala again in the chariot race at Antioch, as the life of Jesus unfolds alongside his own. One of the best-selling American novels of the nineteenth century.
Reading plan
Pick a finish date and Genius lays out the days — the plan shows today's target and keeps you honest.
Read together
Start a circle and share the code — everyone sees everyone's honest place in the book. Accountability, not leaderboards.
Who it's for
- Readers who like epic adventure in the ancient world - Anyone who knows the film and wants the novel - Readers drawn to stories of faith, revenge and forgiveness
What’s inside
Showing the first 24 of 95 chapters — open the book for the rest.
