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Biblical Archaeology
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Ark of the Covenant: Meaning, History & Mysterious Disappearance
The ark of the covenant is the most revered—yet least understood—sacred object in the Hebrew Scriptures. Learn why. -
Iran, Cyrus the Great, and Bible Prophecy
God chose the Gentile king Cyrus the Great to restore Israel, proving He is faithful to fulfill Bible prophecy and is sovereign over all. -
Significance of Jerusalem: Why It’s Important to Jews & Christians
Jerusalem's fame cannot be explained without the Bible. This comprehensive guide traces the Holy City's story from Melchizedek in Genesis through David's conquest, Solomon's Temple, Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection, and the city's enduring centrality to both Jewish faith and Christian hope. -
The Biblical Significance of Magdala in Israel
In this article, discover the significance of Magdala in Israel, the newly unearthed hometown of Mary Magdalene, and why it matters for Christians today! -
The Story of Masada in Israel: History, Rebellion, Sacred Legacy
Masada is one of Israel’s most powerful symbols of resilience—a mountain fortress that tells the story of a group of Jewish people who refused to surrender their faith. Rising above the Judean Desert, it continues to testify to the endurance of the Jewish spirit and the unbroken covenant promises of God. -
Biblical Geography: Why Christians Should Study It
By studying biblical geography, readers will gain essential historical and cultural context to fully understand Scripture’s real-world narratives, while benefiting from modern archaeological discoveries and rediscovered ancient landscapes that bring the biblical world to life. -
Shiloh in the Bible: From Sacred Center to a Cautionary Tale
Gain a comprehensive understanding of Shiloh’s history, discovering how it served as ancient Israel’s initial sacred center, worship hub, and archaeological site before its divine judgment and destruction turned it into a lasting biblical cautionary tale. -
Who Wrote the Dead Sea Scrolls? An Ancient Mystery Unsolved
Although the long-held consensus links the Dead Sea Scrolls to an ascetic Essene community at Qumran, alternative theories suggest they may have originated from Jerusalem libraries or ousted Sadducee priests, leaving their precise authorship an open and intensely debated archaeological mystery. -
The Tabernacle of Moses, the Temple, and Aliyah: God’s Faithful Journey with Israel
The first mass Aliyah of the children of Israel crossing the Jordan is celebrated each year on Nissan 10, this year on April 8 and called “Aliyah Day.” -
Does Archaeology Support the Bible?
Dr. Scott Stripling, the director of excavations for the Associates of Biblical Research at ancient Shiloh, provides an answer in this guest post__ As an archeologist and historian, I strive to understand life in antiquity in the biblical world by peeling back layers of… -
“By My Spirit!” Restoring the Prophetic Voice to Israel
As we near the Feast of Tabernacles in October, our Feast theme this year has become even more relevant: “By My Spirit, says the Lord!” -
Mount Ebal Amulet Affirms Israelite Worship of “Yahweh”
Recent test results on a small lead amulet found in a sifting project linked to Joshua’s Altar on Mount Ebal in northern Samaria has confirmed that it contains the oldest known proto-Hebraic inscription of the divine name “Yahweh” (in Hebrew יְהוָה).