Two of the Bible’s most famous and powerful atefacts designed by God himself, from a mysterious chest to a life-saving vessel. Holy Marvels with Dennis Quaid I: Where Ark Thou? History 2024
The Ark of the Covenant has inspired historians and archaeologists for thousands of years. ibid.
Around 1,000 B.C. the Israelites bring the Ark to Jerusalem where King Solomon builds a temple for it. For around 400 years the Ark remains in the Temple undisturbed. ibid.
The Ark might have been saved by a prophet named Jeremiah. ibid.
Relics believed to grant the greatest power known to man – the ability to live for ever. From history’s most sought-after chalice to a miraculous fountain. And a mystical stone many have tried to recreate. Holy Marvels with Dennis Quaid II: The Keys to Immortality
Holy Grail: One medieval text suggests that the cup survives. Robert de Boron: Joseph of Arimathea. ibid.
‘The Fountain of Youth: an eternal spring that could grant us the power to live for ever. If only we could find it.’ ibid. Professor Cargill
Powerful atefacts from one of history’s most significant events: the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. From the nails that pierced Christ’s hands to the crown of thorns placed on his head. And even the cross itself. These incredible relics have fascinated the faithful for centuries, but do they still exist? Holy Marvels with Dennis Quaid III: Crucifixion Relics
A group of items so powerful they they’re believed to predict the end of the world. From a mysterious cave on a remote island to a pair of strange stones in the Americas. And a prophecy so accurate, it’s scary. Holy Marvels with Dennis Quaid IV
The Bible’s Book of Revelation paints a vivid account of the end of the world, but the story of how it’s written is even more remarkable. ibid.
Elaine Pagels: Revelatons, Visions, Prophecy & Politics in the Book of Revelation. ibid.
Nostradamus: Les Propheties. ibid.
Sacred treasures embued with mysterious powers, some worth billions of dollars, all waiting to be discovered. Holy Marvels with Dennis Quaid V
These holy relics stir reverence and greed. ibid.
Jordan Museum: 3Q15 is more commonly known as the Copper Scroll. ibid.
Jerusalem: In 70 A.D. this temple is also destroyed – by the Romans. ibid.
Solomon’s treasure: Where does all this wealth come from? ibid.
‘If you’ve got tons of copper and a port full of ships, all the gold your heart desires is just a trade away.’ ibid. professor
Long-lost relics believed to be buried and hidden from sight. From Christianity’s most sacred tomb to the discovery of a mystifying ancient temple. Holy Marvels with Dennis Quaid VI
Jerusalem: It’s very difficult to determine what was where in Jesus’ time.’ ibid.
Two of the world’s most mysterious monuments: Easter Island & Stonehenge. To this day no-one knows how they were built or why. What secrets can these intriguing structures reveal about the people who built them so many centuries ago? Holy Marvels with Dennis Quaid VII: Mysterious Sacred Structures
Stonehenge: A circle of towering stones whispering of ancient societies and arcane rites. ibid.
Easter Island: ‘How the heck did they build these things in the first place?’ ibid. comment
‘A group that became known as the Bell Beaker people.’ ibid.
Be careful what you with for. From a powerful ring with lethal consequences to a sinister tablet that can take out a rival. Or how about a blessed stone with a dark side. Could these infamous cursed relics really change lives? Holy Marvels with Dennis Quaid VIII: Mystifying Cursed Objects
Andvari’s Ring: A ring with extraordinary powers … rooted in the Norse religion. ibid.
The ancient Greeks and Romans the power of the written word is evidence in their poetry, literature and codes of law. But their most sinister desires are documented on cursed tablets.
‘In order for a cursed tablet to work it needs to be buried somewhere specifically relevant to the victim, or placed in a tomb so that the souls of the dead can carry the tablets to the gods.’ ibid. Professor of Folklore