The Bible: A History

The Bible: A History

It is a book that originated thousands of years ago in the Middle East. The subject of intensive scholarship and interpretation, the Bible and its rich narratives have shaped politics, culture, and the human experience through the ages. Seven people from different walks of life offer their perspectives on what history's best selling book says about spiritual life and relationships with others.

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Returning Series

Original Name

The Bible: A History

First Air Date

January 24, 2010

Last Air Date

March 7, 2010

Seasons

1

Episodes

7

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Production Companies

Networks

Channel 4

S01E07

Revelation: The Last Judgement

The Book of Revelations is known to be a grim, detailed description of the end of the world. Some believe it was designed to terrify the masses into piety. In his childhood, theologian Dr. Robert Beckford was taught that it was the prophetic truth. But, as he now investigates, could it actually be a message of hope telling us we can create heaven on Earth?

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