Follow the search for the descendants of the most famous man in history. The goal of this special is to establish how far into the present we can bring Jesus' genealogy. Part of the Easter weekend line-up, The Jesus Strand: A Search For DNA tonight 7:30pm AEST. | HISTORY

26K views · 231 reactions | In order to unravel the mystery behind the existence of Jesus Christ, a scientist and a biblical scholar study ancient DNA to answer this question - does his bloodline still exist? This #Christmas eve, find out more in 'The Jesus Strand' on Tuesday 10 PM. #TheJesusStrand | HISTORY | Facebook

5.4K views · 53 reactions | Using the latest technology and unprecedented access to the Vatican's archives and relics, this series will create the most detailed family tree for Jesus in history. A family tree with roots deep in the ancient Bible and branches that reach to today. THE JESUS STRAND: A SEARCH FOR DNA, Premieres Tonight, 9:30pm AEDT, only on HISTORY. | HISTORY | Facebook