The Mystery of the Holy Lance
The Mystery of the Holy Lance
Mentioned in the Gospel of John, the Holy Lance is known as the weapon used by Roman legionary Longinus to pierce Christ's side after his crucifixion. According to legend, whoever possesses it becomes invincible and capable of ruling the world. Throughout history, the Lance have been sought after by many ambitious leaders, such as Emperor Constantine, Napoleon, Barbarossa and Hitler. This documentary combines scientific investigation with the latest historical research to explore the 2,000 year-long history of this captivating artefact
The Mystery of the Holy Lance airs on Sky History at 10:00 PM, Monday 30 December. (Subtitles.)
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