Secrets of the Bible

The brand new and exclusive series Secrets of the Bible brings to life some of the best-known stories in history and the adventurers, archaeologists, historians, scientists and eccentrics who have tried to uncover the truth behind them.

Series 1 | Episode 4

A fanatical quest to prove the validity of the Bible's best-known stories. Hear two very different theories about God's dramatic parting of the Red Sea.

Secrets of the Bible

Series 1 | Episode 3

Hear the truth behind sacred texts. Dr Steven Collins claims that a 'heat event' wiped out the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah - just as the Old Testament recorded.

Secrets of the Bible

Series 1 | Episode 2

Medieval forgery or holy garment? The Turin Shroud has fascinated mankind for eons. Here, one scientist tries to discover if the cloth truly is Christ's burial robe.

Secrets of the Bible

Series 1 | Episode 1

Locusts, boils, frogs and blood - is there a scientific explanation for the Plagues of Egypt? Hear about a quest to prove the authenticity of this biblical tale.