Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon with Caiaphas from the Bible

If you’re familiar with the popular game, Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon, you know that the actor Kevin Bacon is connected to virtually every other actor in Hollywood in six or fewer steps. But did you know that you can also connect Kevin Bacon to Caiaphas, the high priest who played a pivotal role in the trial and crucifixion of Jesus Christ? Here’s how it’s done, along with some interesting trivia about each step along the way.

Step 1: Caiaphas to Pontius Pilate
Caiaphas was the high priest of the Sanhedrin and played a key role in the trial of Jesus. According to the Bible, Caiaphas handed Jesus over to Pontius Pilate, the Roman governor of Judea, for crucifixion. Pilate famously washed his hands of the matter, declaring that he found no fault in Jesus. Interestingly, Pilate’s wife is mentioned in Matthew 27:19, where she warns her husband to have nothing to do with "that righteous man" Jesus, as she had suffered in a dream because of him.

Step 2: Pontius Pilate to King Herod
Pontius Pilate sought to avoid making a decision about Jesus by sending him to King Herod, who ruled over Galilee. Herod was intrigued by Jesus and hoped to see him perform a miracle, but Jesus remained silent and refused to entertain him. Herod is perhaps best known for his role in the beheading of John the Baptist, who had criticized his marriage to his brother’s wife (Mark 6:14-29).

Step 3: King Herod to John Malkovich
King Herod is played by John Malkovich in the 2004 movie "The Passion of the Christ," directed by Mel Gibson. Malkovich is an accomplished actor with a long list of impressive film credits, including "Dangerous Liaisons," "Being John Malkovich," and "In the Line of Fire." He is also a talented producer and has been involved in several successful theater productions.

Step 4: John Malkovich to George Clooney
George Clooney co-starred with John Malkovich in the 2008 movie "Burn After Reading," directed by the Coen brothers. Clooney is one of the most recognizable and beloved actors in Hollywood, known for his roles in films like "Ocean’s Eleven," "Gravity," and "Up in the Air." He is also a successful writer, director, and producer, and has won several Academy Awards for his work.

Step 5: George Clooney to Kevin Bacon
George Clooney and Kevin Bacon both appeared in the 2014 movie "The Monuments Men," directed by Clooney. Bacon is another actor with an impressive resume, known for his roles in "Footloose," "Apollo 13," and "A Few Good Men." He is also a successful musician and has released several albums with his brother Michael.

Step 6: Kevin Bacon
And there you have it – six degrees of separation from Caiaphas to Kevin Bacon! Bacon is one of the most famous actors in Hollywood, known for his roles in films like "Footloose," "A Few Good Men," and "Mystic River." He is also a talented musician and has released several albums with his band, The Bacon Brothers.

Wrap-Up:
Caiaphas played a pivotal role in the trial and crucifixion of Jesus Christ, but ultimately he was just a man with flawed judgment and a limited worldview. As the Bible says in Proverbs 3:5-6, "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight." May we all seek to follow God’s path, rather than our own, and trust in His wisdom and guidance.