Deadly Journeys Of The Apostles - National Geographic

Synopsis

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.

Episodes

Season 1

From The Holy Land To Africa

From the Holy Land to Africa: After Christ's crucifixion, the Apostles try to deliver his message to the four corners of the earth. Philip, Simon and Matthew head south. (1/4)

Jerusalem To The North

Jerusalem to the North: Spreading the word, Jude, John and James embark on a series of deadly missions in the north, featuring an injured king and a furious emperor. (2/4)

Messengers To The West

Messengers to the West: The 'chosen 12' march on, with Andrew, Peter and James making their way west to carry out Christ's wishes. (3/4)

Travellers To The East

Travellers to the East: Our quest concludes with the trips of Matthias, Bartholomew and Thomas. Did Thomas end up in India? And why did Bartholomew meet a grisly fate? (4/4)