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Medieval Lives

Season 1 Episode 6: The Philosopher

Terry Jones explores the medieval world's pursuit of a mystical "stone" through alchemy, medicine, and philosophy, debunking myths about a flat earth. He examines the ideas of Roger Bacon, a Franciscan friar, and the Church's role in fostering these pursuits for power and profit.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 The Peasant

1. The Peasant

Aired: Feb 8, 2004

In the next episode, Terry Jones delves into the complexities of the feudal s...

Episode 2 The Monk

2. The Monk

Aired: Feb 15, 2004

A devoted medieval monk lived a life of devotion, labor, and simplicity, but ...

Episode 3 The Damsel

3. The Damsel

Aired: Feb 22, 2004

Terry Jones embarks on a European journey to uncover the truth about medieval...

Episode 4 The Minstrel

4. The Minstrel

Aired: Feb 29, 2004

Terry Jones delves into the reality of Medieval life, uncovering surprising t...

Episode 5 The Knight

5. The Knight

Aired: Mar 7, 2004

Next episode, Terry challenges the common notion of knights, revealing that t...

Episode 6 The Philosopher

6. The Philosopher

Aired: Mar 14, 2004

Terry Jones explores the medieval world's pursuit of a mystical "stone" throu...

Episode 7 The Outlaw

7. The Outlaw

Aired: Mar 21, 2004

Terry Jones embarks on a journey across Britain and Europe to uncover the tru...

Episode 8 The King

8. The King

Aired: Mar 28, 2004

Terry Jones uncovers the untold stories of the Medieval world's most influent...

Info about Medieval Lives

Current Status: Ended

Network: BBC Two

Genres:Documentary, History