From the Ark of the Covenant to the Holy Grail, religious relics have always held a certain mystique. This week, The UnXplained sets out to examine some of these artifacts, asking whether they could offer tangible proof of biblical events.
The show seems poised to explore objects housed in museums and churches worldwide, purportedly imbued with divine power. Because who needs carbon dating when you have faith?
While the idea of physically holding a piece of history is inherently interesting, one wonders how The UnXplained will approach the subject. One can only hope for a bit of intellectual rigor amidst the inevitable pronouncements of “divine power.” The line between historical exploration and credulous acceptance can be thin, and The UnXplained often walks that line with the grace of a newborn giraffe. Let’s see if this episode offers genuine insight, or just another dose of wishful thinking.
The UnXplained: Ancient Bible Relics airs Friday, November 1, 2024, at 9:00 pm on History.
