The Devil's Bible
Weighing 165 pounds, the Codex Gigas is believed to be made from the skins of 160 donkeys and contains satanic imagery and demonic spells.
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Weighing 165 pounds, the Codex Gigas is believed to be made from the skins of 160 donkeys and contains satanic imagery and demonic spells.
Synopsis
The Codex Gigas, or Devil's Bible, is a medieval manuscript weighing 165 pounds. Crafted from the skins of 160 donkeys, it features satanic imagery and demonic spells. National Geographic partners with forensic document experts to apply techniques like ultra-violet fluorescence imaging and handwriting analysis. Their investigation focuses on the manuscript's origins and the legends surrounding it, revealing its historical context. Directed by Robert Michaels, the documentary runs for 51 minutes.
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