Coins discovered at archaeological sites throughout the Mediterranean region offer remarkable visual evidence for some of the historical figures mentioned in …
The Gospels
Who is the Real Jesus?
Why has the name "Jesus Christ" caused more division, agitation and controversy than any other name in history? If we bring up God in a coffee shop discussion, …
Golgotha
The Gospel texts identify the location where the Romans carried out crucifixions as Golgotha – which, in Latin, translates as, “Calvary.” In Aramaic, Golgotha …
Jesus Prays in the Garden of Gethsemane
With the Passover meal complete, Jesus prays in the Garden of Gethsemane. Jesus and his disciples left the borrowed room and went to the Garden of Gethsemane, …
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History of Jerusalem since its Destruction in the First Century
Here is a brief history of Jerusalem since its destruction in AD 70: After the destruction of Jerusalem by Titus in AD 70, the city lay dormant and …
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Triumphal Entry of Jesus – The First Palm Sunday
The triumphal entry marks the occasion when Jesus entered Jerusalem on what we know today as “Palm Sunday.” On that day, Jesus rode into Jerusalem on the back …
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Jesus in Jericho
Jericho was one of the places that Jesus made a point to visit on his trips to Jerusalem. His last journey to the region before his trial was no …
Herod and Jesus
Herod and Jesus have a long and intertwined history. Herod Antipas was the ruler of the Galilee region at the time of Jesus. He represented supreme local power, …
Jesus and the Raising of Lazarus
Jesus and his disciples were resting by the Jordan River, when news came that his friend Lazarus, the brother of Mary and Martha, was very ill. Jesus did …
Peter’s Confession at Caesarea Philippi
Peter’s Confession at Caesarea Philippi occurred near the ancient City of Dan in northern Israel. Today, this is a large archaeological site containing …
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