Tag Archives: Jerusalem

Isaiah’s Personal Seal Found?

Posted on February 22, 2018 by

Archaeologists may have found Isaah’s “autograph” during excavations in Jerusalem. This clay impression (bulla) was uncovered a few years ago along with others, including one belonging to King Hezekiah.  It was finally announced this morning in a press release. Dr. … Continue reading →

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Jerusalem Discoveries: New stone courses for Western Wall, theater-type structure

Posted on October 16, 2017 by

The IAA has announced new discoveries from excavations under Wilson’s Arch, near the Western Wall in Jerusalem. The press release includes interesting details and I encourage you to read it. Some excerpts and photos: “Eight stone courses of the Western Wall that had … Continue reading →

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Bible Lands Museum Video: “Khirbet Qeiyafa in the Elah Valley”

Posted on December 7, 2016 by

The Bible Lands Museum in Jerusalem has a special exhibit, “In the Valley of David and Goliath,” on the archaeological site of Khirbet Qeiyafa in the Elah Valley. The exhibit’s feature video is now online and can be viewed from the comfort … Continue reading →

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Join My 2017 Bible Lands Tour

Posted on November 22, 2016 by

Registration is open for my next Bible Lands Study Tour from June 7th – 17th, 2017. This is an immersive experience in the biblical text, its history, archaeology, culture, and geography that helps your study become deeper and more vivid. Enjoy the … Continue reading →

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Archaeology Updates from ASOR

Posted on November 21, 2016 by

My wife and I are back with our kids after hearing some great things at the ASOR annual meeting in San Antonio. Here are some highlights from our experience. Jerusalem’s Gihon Spring: The massive 18th century BC tower over the Gihon Spring … Continue reading →

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How did bells on the High Priest’s garment sound?

Posted on November 4, 2016 by

In 2011, archaeologists Eli Shukron and Ronny Reich uncovered a golden bell in Jerusalem that may have belonged to a 1st century High Priest. Small golden bells were part of the High Priest’s official attire when ministering in the Holy … Continue reading →

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Jesus Tomb Update: Original stone uncovered beneath two marble slabs

Posted on November 2, 2016 by

Continuing my previous post, National Geographic has photos, a short video, and an excellent article on the renovation of Jesus’ Tomb in the Church of the Holy Sepulcher. It avoids sensationalism and takes a fairly objective view of the location. A couple of … Continue reading →

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Jesus’ Burial Place Exposed for First Time in Centuries

Posted on October 27, 2016 by

The small building covering the traditional burial site of Jesus is getting a thorough renovation, and the original stone burial slab has been revealed for the first time in centuries. National Geographic posts a nice article and video on this. After visiting once or … Continue reading →

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First Temple “Jerusalem” Papyrus Revealed to Public

Posted on October 26, 2016 by

We have more news about the papyrus discovery I mentioned earlier. The Israel Antiquities Authority has revealed what they describe as “the earliest extra-biblical source to mention Jerusalem in Hebrew writing.” C14 tests and paleographic analysis date the papyrus to … Continue reading →

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Two New Discoveries Relate to Ancient Jerusalem

Posted on October 21, 2016 by

Two new archaeological finds relate to Jerusalem in the Old and New Testament periods. Archaeologists from the Israel Antiquities Authority have found the northernmost wall of 1st century AD Jerusalem and discovered the point where the attacking Romans breached it during … Continue reading →

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