Smithsonian Channel
  DECODING CHRISTIANITY
Join presenter Christy Kenneally on a journey to the far-flung corners of the earth to discover the meaning of Christian symbols, signs, myths, and miracles.
“Decoding Christianity” offers a compelling insight into both the artistic and the spiritual world of Christianity while unlocking the mystery of the religious belief. Each episode begins by posing a key question that is fundamental to our understanding of Christianity.
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  EPISODES

FLESH AND BLOOD
This episode attempts to decode the powerful symbolism of the crucifixion and the Christian fascination with physical suffering.

DAMNED AND SAVED
In this episode, Christy Kenneally reveals how the idea of the afterlife has evolved through the centuries.

ANGELS
Learn how Christian angels got their wings and chart the evolution of angels with host Christy Kenneally.

MIRACLES
Why, even today, do people all over the world pray for miracles?

SECRECY, SYMBOLS AND MYSTERY
This episode revisits Christianity's origins as a persecuted underground movement.
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