Finding Jesus: Faith. Fact. Forgery
A new insights into the historical Jesus, utilizing the latest scientific techniques and archaeological research.
Seasons
The value and authenticity of six objects which could shed new light on Jesus are investigated: the Shroud of Turin, relics venerated as part of the True Cross, the Gospel of Judas, relics believed to be of John the Baptist, and the Gospel of Mary.
E1The Shroud of Turin
Mar 1, 2015
Is an ancient linen cloth bearing the image of a crucified man the very shroud that Joseph wrapped Jesus in?
E2John the Baptist
Mar 8, 2015
Who was the real John the Baptist? An investigation of a relic believed to be a bone from his finger uncovers proof of John's powerful legacy.
E3Judas
Mar 15, 2015
Does an ancient codex discovered in an Egyptian burial cave answer the great Biblical question of why Judas betrayed Jesus?
E4Secret Brother of Jesus
Mar 22, 2015
The discovery of an extraordinary 2000 year-old burial box brings to light the remarkable story of Jesus' brother James.
E5The True Cross
Mar 29, 2015
Are pieces of the cross Jesus died on still in existence today? The incredible legend of the True Cross is investigated.
E6Mary Magdalene
Apr 5, 2015
Could ancient texts preserved in the sands of Egypt shed light on the nature of Mary's relationship with Jesus?
In the second season, six new artifacts and locations which shed new light on Jesus and the key characters in his life are investigated: a First Century Jewish house that could be Jesus’ childhood home, the long lost sarcophagus of Herod the Great, the inscription on an ancient stone that proves the existence of Pontius Pilate, and holy relics believed to connect us to the lives of Saints Peter, Thomas and Lazarus.
E1The Pilate Stone
Mar 5, 2017
The archaeological investigation zeroes in on crucial artifacts that connect to Pontius Pilate -- the inscription on the Stone that proves his existence, as well as the recent discovery of Herod the Great's Jerusalem Palace, which historians believe is where Pilate tried Jesus.
E2Raising Lazarus
Mar 12, 2017
Investigating the Orthodox tradition connecting Lazarus and his relics with the Mediterranean island of Cyprus. It explains one of Jesus' greatest miracles - the raising of a man four days dead and goes on to explore the consequences for both Jesus and his friend.
E3The Childhood Home of Jesus
Mar 19, 2017
Unpacking the archaeology of the first century house believed to be the childhood home of Jesus. It explores what is known about Jesus' early life and depicts his formative relationship with his mother Mary.
E4The Tomb of King Herod
Mar 26, 2017
The 'Tomb of King Herod' was a huge news story when it was unearthed by Israeli archaeologist Ehud Netzer in 2007. But does it really belong to the King?
E5The Bones of St. Peter
Apr 2, 2017
Explores the history of St Peter's relics, including those rediscovered under St Peter's Basilica in the 1940s. It traces the story of Peter through the Gospels, his life changing encounter with the risen Jesus, his own mission into later life and his death at the hands of the Romans.
E6Doubting Thomas
Apr 9, 2017
An examination of Thomas' story outside the New Testament, in particular the Christian traditions connecting him with India.
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A new insights into the historical Jesus, utilizing the latest scientific techniques and archaeological research.
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