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The Bible: A History

Season 1 Episode 5: Jesus

The life and death of Jesus Christ are explored through the eyes of Gerry Adams, leader of Sinn Fein and IRA associate, who examines whether Jesus can be seen as a freedom fighter.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 Creation

1. Creation

Aired: Jan 24, 2010

Can the creation of the earth be attributed to both God and the Big Bang?

Episode 2 Abraham

2. Abraham

Aired: Jan 31, 2010

Abraham, a biblical figure, is the foundation for three major world religions...

Episode 3 The Law of Moses

3. The Law of Moses

Aired: Feb 7, 2010

The origins and interpretations of the Ten Commandments are explored as host ...

Episode 4 The Daughters of Eve

4. The Daughters of Eve

Aired: Feb 14, 2010

The Bible's portrayal of women is often criticized for its sexism and misogyn...

Episode 5 Jesus

5. Jesus

Aired: Feb 21, 2010

The life and death of Jesus Christ are explored through the eyes of Gerry Ada...

Episode 6 St Paul

6. St Paul

Aired: Feb 28, 2010

Tom Holland explores the enduring impact of St. Paul's revolutionary ideas on...

Info about The Bible: A History

Current Status: Returning Series

Network: Channel 4

Genres:Documentary