Dead Sea Scroll Detectives (S46E20)
S46E20
Since their unearthing in 1947, the delicate parchment of the Dead Sea Scrolls has captivated historians, clergy, and opportunists alike. These ancient texts, dating back 2,000 years, contain the earliest known manuscripts of the Hebrew Bible and provide crucial insights into the origins of Christianity. While some scrolls have survived the ravages of time, others have been damaged by fire, decay, or have been torn apart, shrouding them in mystery. Today, researchers are employing advanced technologies to decipher the indecipherable, unravel age-old enigmas, and even identify counterfeit scrolls worth millions.
Show
NOVA
Episode
S46E20
Air Date
Nov 06, 2019
Season 46 Episodes
S46E01
Pluto and Beyond
S46E02
Einstein's Quantum Riddle
S46E03
Kïlauea: Hawai'i on Fire
S46E04
Decoding the Great Pyramid
S46E05
Rise of the Rockets
S46E06
The Next Pompeii
S46E07
Saving the Dead Sea
S46E08
Inside the Megafire
S46E09
First Horse Warriors
S46E10
Lost Viking Army
S46E11
Back to the Moon
S46E12
The Planets: Inner Worlds
S46E13
The Planets: Mars
S46E14
The Planets: Jupiter
S46E15
The Planets: Saturn
S46E16
The Planets: Ice Worlds
S46E17
Why Bridges Collapse
S46E18
Look Who's Driving
S46E19
Rise of the Mammals
S46E20
Dead Sea Scroll Detectives
S46E21
Decoding Da Vinci
S46E22
The Violence Paradox
S46E23
Animal Espionage