The Truth Behind

2008 NR 51m 6

Scholars discuss the legendary Codex Gigas, a sprawling medieval manuscript shrouded in mystery that was allegedly written by a doomed monk.

At 165 pounds, and allegedly made from the skins of 160 donkeys, the Codex Gigas is the world's largest and most mysterious medieval manuscript. Filled with satanic images and demonic spells, according to legend, the cursed text sprang from a doomed monk's pact with the Devil. Now, Nat Geo follows a team of scientists as they embark on an unprecedented quest to unravel the secrets behind the book's darkened pages. Using ultra-violet fluorescence imaging, handwriting analysis and a re-creation of the text, forensic document experts attempt to uncover the cryptic truth behind this ancient Devil's Bible.

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Info about The Truth Behind

Studio(s): Michael Hoff Productions, National Geographic Channel

Originally Released: Dec 14, 2008

Production Country: United States

Genres: Documentary