Chaz Gray

“Out of Egypt”

Egyptologist Kara Cooney explores the city of Luxor. How did the first cities develop, and what do ancient civilisations tell us about our...

“Out of Egypt” Flesh and Bone 11

11 Flesh and Bone Visiting sites of pilgrimage, Dr Kara Cooney explains the reasons behind the value we place on treasured relics, preserved and worshipped...

“Out of Egypt” Birth of the Devil 14

14 Birth of the Devil Egyptologist Kara Cooney investigates ancient religions. In earlier times the idea of the devil did not exist; so how did...

“Out of Egypt” The Shape of the Gods 12

12 The Shape of the Gods Egyptologist Kara Cooney explores the pyramids. Why were these huge triangular monuments erected and why does this shape reappear...

“Out of Egypt” An Eye For an Eye 16

16 An Eye For an Eye Egyptologist Dr Kara Cooney investigates why acts of violence, such as human sacrifice, have been a part of religious...

“Out of Egypt” Disposal of the Dead 15

15 Disposal of the Dead Egyptologist Dr Kara Cooney examines tombs, graves and burials all over the world, explaining why different cultures treat their dead...