A comprehensive picture of the faith of mankind - this series features the origins and mutual impact of 5 world religions, and gets behind their festivals, traditions and the challenges of today.
Cast:Mark La Pointe , Rohit Dalvi , Sarah Richardson , Megan Armstrong , Adnan Husain , Antoine Panaïoti , Carl Ehrlich , Andrew Boakye , Michael Berman , Richard Ascough , Philippa Carter , Anver Emon
Delve into the roots of Christianity, tracing its origins from the humble beginnings of teachings of Jesus of Nazareth to its transformation into a global phenomenon that has become the world's largest religion.
From the intricacies of prayer to the diversity of Islamic art, and the rich and beautiful traditions of Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr, explore the vivid picture of how Islam fosters justice, and compassion, through the submission to God.
Explore the enduring bond between God and the Jewish people, tracing the roots of the religion from Abraham to today. Exploring not only historical events, but also the rich cultural expressions of the Jewish faith.
Hinduism is a pluralistic and syncretic belief system that features thousands of gods that are all aspects of a singular divine. Explore how Hinduism's embrace of diversity and spirituality continues to shape India and the world.
Buddhism focuses on the understanding that to live is to suffer and through Buddhist practices we can transcend this state of suffering. Learn about ancient practices that guide followers on the path to inner peace and wisdom.