The Apostles

Rating:
Summary: An absolutely soul stirring experience !!!
Review: It was a soul lifting experience to watch this ten-part series revealing the lives and identities of Apostles (together with Mary Magdalene) in the story that became Christianity and has become a integral part of the Church ever since. Unlike the Apostles Collection DVD set released by the History Channel which contained too much reenactments and dramatizations of the events to explain things, this series goes further deep to take you beyond the icons to reveal the flesh-and-blood pillars of the early church. The series has ten episodes, namely:

1. Peter
2. Andrew
3. John
4. James
5. Matthew
6. Thomas
7. Bartholomew and Philip
8. James, Thaddeus (Jude) and Simon
9. Judas
10. Mary Magdalene

Each episode focuses on the featured Apostle and looks more closely at his life by examining the many facts and details through fascinating historical and biblical evidence. The series unveils many of the sites made holy by the Apostles in their mission to spread the gospel to every part of the world. It was absolutely soul stirring to learn about the manner of martyrdom of each Apostle and to witness the Holy relics (even skulls) of some of the Apostles kept in various churches erected in their remembrance, which today attract millions of pilgrims all over the world. To be able to view the cave on the island of Patmos where Apostle John received the revelation of our Lord Jesus Christ was so blessed and blissful. It was also quite remarkable to learn of the impact and the legacy, the Apostles have left on the cities/countries they visited. The remarks of renowned biblical scholars, experts, and members of the clergy were very helpful in understanding the story of early Christianity. The narration throughout the series was excellent. This series has definitively made me aware of many important facts about the Apostles which I never knew or could have otherwise known. After watching this 260 minutes series, I felt like I had been to a pilgrimage. It is a kind of experience one should share with the people of his/her Church. I would strongly recommend everyone reading this review to purchase this series before it goes out of stock.