The First Christianity | A History of Christianity
Diarmaid MacCulloch reveals the origins of Christianity and asks if it can survive in our secular society. He shows how it began east of Jerusalem and Rome.
TweetClip Info
- Clip length: 58'45''
- Broadcast year: 2009
Curriculum Connection
- Religious Education | Christianity
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Licence: ERA Licence required
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UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted
Content
- Provider: BBC
- Channel: BBC Four
- Programme: A History of Christianity
- Episode: The First Christianity
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