Tag: Christianity
The Slave Bible: How Scripture Was Altered to Uphold Slavery
Discover the shocking history of the Slave Bible, where hundreds of biblical chapters were removed to promote obedience and discourage freedom.
CBS Sunday Morning Presents: The Sagrada Família
The Sagrada Família basilica, soaring 50 stories above Barcelona, has been under construction for nearly a century and a half. It was the improbable dream of architect Antoni Gaudí, who died in 1926 with less than 15 percent of the structure complete.
Salvador Dalí's Crucifixion (Corpus Hypercubus): Faith Meets the Fourth Dimension
Explore Salvador Dalí's 1954 masterpiece Crucifixion (Corpus Hypercubus), where religion, mathematics, and surrealism converge.
Temple Church London History: Knights Templar Legacy Since 1185
Explore Temple Church in London, consecrated in 1185 and once home to the Knights Templar. Discover its history, architecture, and lasting legacy.
113-Year-Old Believed To Be Oldest-Living Religious Sister in the World
A 113-year-old nun is believed to be the oldest-living religious sister in the world, offering a remarkable story of faith, longevity, and a life devoted to service.
What Is Mardi Gras? Origins, History and Traditions
Discover what Mardi Gras is, its ancient and Christian origins, and how Carnival evolved into the colorful celebration we know today.
The Legends Of Santa (2008)
Santa's image is almost universally recognizable, yet the jolly old soul, with his bag of gifts, steering his reindeer and sliding down chimneys is a relatively modern image. This festive documentary shows how today's Santa is a fusion of cultures and tra...
Wylkynson’s 13-Part Canon: A Hidden Masterpiece in the Eton Choirbook
Discover John Wylkynson’s 13-part canon, a rare medieval polyphonic puzzle tucked into the final folio of the Eton Choirbook, written around 1500.
The Falcon Hath Borne My Make Away: Exploring the Haunting Corpus Christi Carol
Discover the medieval mystery of “The Falcon Hath Borne My Make Away” from the Corpus Christi Carol—an evocative English carol of love, loss, and sacred symbolism.
How “The Last Supper” was Painted
Leonardo da Vinci started “The Last Supper” in the early 1490s. At the time, depictions of Christ sharing his final meal with his apostles were often sedate. Leonardo wanted to capture the drama of the emotional event.
Of Gods and Guilt: The Seven Deadly Sins in Christianity and Greek Mythology
Long before Dante dreamed of infernos and popes made lists of spiritual no-no’s, humanity has been haunted—and hypnotized—by the darker urges of the soul.
Feeding the Papal Conclave
This recipe for baby back ribs comes from the Papal Palace in Vatican City from the year 1570. These are one of the many foods served to the cardinals at the Papal Conclaves of the 16th century.
Inside the Vatican and the real-life drama behind "Conclave"
Since the death of Pope Francis on April 21, interest has surged in the Oscar-winning film "Conclave" and its source novel, which dramatizes the intrigue behind the election of a new pope.
How to Become Pope
To become the Pope, a man must be a baptized member of the Roman Catholic Church and elected by the College of Cardinals during a conclave. While technically any Catholic male can be elected, since 1378, every Pope has been chosen from among the cardinals...
Malakai Bayoh: The Child Prodigy Redefining Opera
Malakai Bayoh is a British soprano prodigy acclaimed for his pure tone, technical brilliance, and remarkable emotional depth.