Dead Sea Scroll Detectives
New technologies unravel the Dead Sea Scrolls’ mysteries and uncover million-dollar fakes.
Dead Sea Scroll Detectives NOVA
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Since the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered in 1947, these fragile parchment relics have intrigued scholars, religious leaders, and profiteers alike. The 2,000-year-old scrolls include the oldest-known versions of the Hebrew Bible and hold vital clues about the birth of Christianity. While certain scrolls have survived intact, others have been ravaged by time—burnt, decayed, or torn to pieces.
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