Video: The Roots of Religion

Summary:

Description: Ancient Middle East—Visits the ancient civilizations of Sumer and Egypt, and tracks how the Hebrews created a lasting culture and religion. In Search of Eden—Follows scientists and theologians attempting to prove that Mesopotamia was the setting for the Book of Genesis. Islamic Civilization— Shows how the prophet Muhammad’s teachings gave birth to a religion that spread across and beyond the Middle East through trade and conquest. Islam: Past and Present—Explores the history and teachings of Islam, from Muhammad’s struggles to the beliefs and practices of Muslims today. © 2005 Discovery Channel School Grades: 9-12     

Segments:

In Search of Eden (30:29)
Two Separate Stories of Creation (02:02)
Geographical Clues to Eden's Whereabouts (03:48)
New Ideas on the Location of Eden (04:17)
The Persian Garden of Paradise (02:39)
Following a Sumerian Poem to Errata (08:38)
Entering the Garden of Eden Today (04:04)
Symbols of the Neolithic Revolution (03:03)
Re-creating Eden Through Technology (01:50)
Ancient Middle East (05:01)
Islamic Civilization (04:22)
Islam: Past and Present (04:30)