Tag: Archaeology

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Ephesus is a big deal for Luke. It is here that Paul is presented as being larger than life. Just as the events that led up to the Jersualem conference (Acts 15), the events in Paul's work led up to the highlight of his ministry: Ephesus. To get a better grasp of the episodes connected with this cit...

New research is shedding light on the fascinating bouleuterion, the ancient city hall, of Teos, an ancient Greek city located in present-day Turkey. The ruins of temples, roads, a harbor, and a rainwater cistern near Turkey's western coast reveal the once-thriving metropolis of Teos. Founded around ...

The Ancient Near East is a region that is often referred to as the cradle of civilization. It is a vast area that includes modern-day Iraq, Iran, Syria, Lebanon, Israel, Jordan, Turkey, and parts of Egypt and Greece. The region is home to some of the earliest known human settlements, and it was th...

Mar Saba Monastery There were many realms of influence within the area of Jerusalem and the Holy Lands during the crusader period. One of these was the Mar Saba Monastery. This monastery, dedicated to Saint Sabas, was home to several hundred monks at the time of the crusades and it’s leaders were ap...

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Cedars of LebanonThe common thought is Noah alone, or with the help of his sons built the Ark. A ship of this size being built by one man, or even by four or five men seems quite impossible. To begin this discussion we should first determine just how large the Ark actually was? In Genesis 6:15 we ar...

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In the rich tapestry of human history, the Bible stands as a profound and enduring narrative that weaves together tales of faith, morality, and divine intervention. Join us on a captivating journey as we explore "Timeless Tales: Connecting Bible Stories to Historical Events," unraveling the threads ...

This section of the presentation includes an in-depth look at those panels of Acts that were outlined briefly in the introduction. Transition, Including a Brief Visit to Ephesus (18:18-23) 18 After this Paul stayed many days longer, and then took leave of the brethren and sailed for Syria, and with...

Embark on a thought-provoking exploration as we delve into the intricate relationship between faith and historical accuracy in "The Bible as a Historical Text." In this nuanced journey, we will navigate the complex terrain where sacred scriptures intertwine with historical realities, seeking to unta...