Deadly Journeys of the Apostles (2015) 4 Part Series - MP4

Deadly Journeys of the Apostles (2015) National Geographic





Deadly Journeys of the Apostles: Deadly Journeys of the Apostles explores beyond the Bible, building new biographies of the Apostles from 2,000 years of history strewn across the globe, including the latest discoveries, controversies and insights. Can the Bible's puzzling, often baffling and contradictory stories of the Apostles, riddled with high stakes mysteries, magic and malevolence ultimately be understood through modern investigation? Deadly Journeys of the Apostles explores the ultimate hero's journeys. New support from historical records, archeology, Apocrypha (historic stories and writing outside the Biblical Canon) and modern investigation expands on the traditional biblical accounts of the Apostles. This series explores fresh evidence of the Apostles incredible travels.

In the aftermath of the crucifixion of Jesus – the Bible’s Apostles are charged with a deadly mission - delivering Jesus’s message to the four corners of the Earth. In an event known as Pentecost - the Holy Spirit descends to Earth – filling the Apostles with strength and power – and granting them supernatural powers. The Apostles divide the world into territories – and head out in all directions - from Armenia to Ethiopia – India to Spain – dangerous journeys that will ultimately change the world.

The essence of these missions is recounted in the Bible’s book of Acts - as the Apostles prepare to leave the Holy Land. But the true scope of their assignment can only be revealed beyond the Bible – in Apocrypha, myth and legend. From church historians like Eusebius - to the Apocryphal Acts of Andrew – to the 13th century Golden Legend – we learn of a deadly, danger...Genres: Documentary

Released: 28 Mar 2015


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Episode 1 - From The Holy Land To Africa

In eastern Africa – tens of millions gather in the streets each year – honouring legendary relics like the Ark of the Covenant – and recalling ancient stories from the Holy Land. Historians say Christianity in Ethiopia can be traced back to the 4th century. But locals believe it dates back much further. Using historical records, archaeology and apocrypha, this series explores fresh evidence of the Apostles mysterious and incredible travels.


Episode 2 - Jerusalem to The North

Echmiadzin, Armenia – home to the oldest cathedral in the world. It’s 1,800 years old. But the congregation here believes the roots of Christianity in Armenia stretch back even further.Before the church, before the Gospels, there were the apostles. Experience the birth of Christianity through the eyes of the men who knew Jesus.


Episode 3 - Messengers to The West

In the heart of Spain, thousands of Pilgrims congregate each year travelling hundreds of kilometers by foot through the Pyrenees along the Spanish coast to honour a mythical icon - and recall another, ancient journey by an Apostle of Jesus.Follow the Apostles' journeys and retell the dramatic conflicts they faced as they left the holy land.


Episode 4 - Travellers To The East

Kerala, India. Thousands of people flood the streets for a religious celebration. Elephants, lurid colours, pageantry; an outsider might confuse it for one of the country’s Hindu celebrations. But this festival is for India’s Christians – estimated to number more than 24-million faithful.