The Last Years and the Legacy of Baldwin the Fourth

Baldwin IV: The Leper King Who Fought Saladin

King Baldwin IV of Jerusalem faced a battle unlike any other. While defending a fragile kingdom against Saladin and powerful enemies, he was also fighting a disease that gradually weakened his own body.

Despite his suffering, Baldwin continued to rule through military setbacks, political rivalries, and an uncertain royal succession. But how much could one king really do to protect Jerusalem from the dangers closing in around it?

His story is one of courage, leadership, and the harsh reality of ruling a kingdom on the edge of survival.

Want to discover the full story? Listen to this episode until the end!

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