NOVA - S32E08: Ancient Refuge in the Holy Land

Name: Ancient Refuge in the Holy Land
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2004-11-23
Duration: 55 min

Nov 23, 2004DocumentarySeason 32, Episode 8

Follow an expedition to a remote cave in the Judean desert, first excavated by the famed Israeli archeologist Yigael Yadin in 1960-61. Yadin uncovered a cache of ancient documents, human skulls, and artifacts that shed light on a legendary revolt by Jews against the Roman Empire in the year 132. The uprising, led by Jewish patriot Shimon Bar-Kokhba, is said to have resulted in the Roman slaughter of 580,000 Jews. NOVA explores the last refuge of one group of Bar-Kokhba's followers with an historian whose bold theories have rocked the world of biblical archeology.

Director: Kirk Wolfinger, Gary Hochman, Matthew Collins

All Episodes - Season 32

01Origins: Earth is BornSep 28, 2004 02Origins: How Life BeganSep 28, 2004 03Origins: Where Are the Aliens?Sep 29, 2004 04Origins: Back to the BeginningSep 29, 2004 05The Most Dangerous Woman in AmericaOct 12, 2004 06America's Stone Age ExplorersNov 09, 2004 07Great EscapeNov 16, 2004 08Ancient Refuge in the Holy LandNov 23, 2004 09Welcome to MarsJan 04, 2005 10The Boldest HoaxJan 11, 2005 11Supersonic DreamJan 18, 2005 12The Viking DeceptionFeb 08, 2005 13Saving the National TreasuresFeb 15, 2005 14A Daring FlightFeb 22, 2005 15Wave That Shook the WorldMar 29, 2005 16Hitler's Sunken SecretNov 08, 2005 17Newton's Dark SecretsNov 15, 2005 18Storm That Drowned a CityDec 14, 2005

NOVA S32E08 Synopsis

NOVA "Ancient Refuge in the Holy Land" is part of the 1337x catalog. Originally aired on 2004-11-23, this episode is part of Season 32 of NOVA. Directed by Kirk Wolfinger, the episode showcases skilled craftsmanship behind the camera. With a runtime of 55m, the episode keeps you engaged throughout. As part of this Documentary series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. Follow an expedition to a remote cave in the Judean desert, first excavated by the famed Israeli archeologist Yigael Yadin in 1960-61. Yadin uncovered a cache of ancient documents, human skulls, and artifacts that shed light on a legendary revolt by...