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In Search of Christmas
The celebration of the birth of Jesus on December 25th is a matter of long-established tradition. But is it supported by the historical record?Digging into faith is always a delicate and difficult proposition, but IN SEARCH OF CHRISTMAS is a fascinating survey balancing belief, tradition and archeology to examine the familiar stories surrounding Christmas. Find out why many biblical scholars believe that the three wise men were astrologers, not kings. Discover what natural phenomenon might account for the appearance of the Star of Bethlehem. And hear from the growing number of experts who believe that Christ was not born in Bethlehem, but in Nazareth, and that His true birthday was in April, six years before the long-accepted date.Retracing Mary's arduous journey across ancient Israel, TIME MACHINE shows the Christmas story in a whole new light.
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Search for Santa
Search for Santa, takes you on a global hunt for evidence. Scientists and scholars alike are rediscovering the magic of old Saint Nick. They'll uncover ancient mysteries, gather clues and begin an epic journey of hope. You'll be transported deep into the Nafud desert in Saudi Arabia, where archeologists have uncovered an artifact that is changing the face of science. You'll see the "Swoboda Film," the only photographic evidence of a "santa sighting." And you'll watch as our cameras join Hutch Hoffman and his crew of explorers on an arctic expedition, in search of Santa's workshop.
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A Victorian Christmas
When you think of an Old English Christmas most of the seasonal images that immediately spring to mind belong to the Victorian era. Snowy landscapes, beautifully decorated fir trees, chirruping Robins and mountains of festive food nostalgically take us back to a time when Christmas really was celebrated in style. Queen Victoria was personally responsible for a number of our traditional seasonal customs and the great author Charles Dickens created an image of Christmas in his world-famous novels that colours every aspect of our modern day celebrations. "A Victorian Christmas" has been designed to take you on a fascinating journey of discovery, exploring the traditions and customs of this most significant mid--winter festival. From feasting to game playing, carol singing to gift giving, the Victorians stamped their hallmark on Christmas for all time. So, sit back, relax, take a cup of good cheer and enjoy a very merry, Victorian Christmas.
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