Is there evidence today that confirms stories from the Bible?

Prepare for an extraordinary journey into some of the Old Testament’s most iconic stories, from the Garden of Eden and King David to the God who revealed Himself to Abraham, Jacob and Moses.

In this fascinating BBC history documentary, Bible scholar Francesca Stavrakopoulou travels extensively, searching for the historical evidence that could shed light on some of the most famous bible stories.

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