Macky arrives in Jerusalem disguised as a member of Portia’s entourage, and soon comes across both some old adversaries and several new friends.
Awed by the sight of the besieged city, he tells Portia the story of Jesus in the Temple as a boy, and a mysterious Roman soldier tells Macky how King David captured Jerusalem, reminding him that great obstacles may be overcome.
You can read this story in the Bible - here's where to look: 2 Samuel 5:1-9 and 1 Chronicles 11:1-9