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Tag Archives: Jerusalem
A King’s John? Another Biblical-Era Toilet Found in Jerusalem
Archaeologists announced the discovery of a 2,700 year-old toilet, complete with septic tank, in a large ancient building along the Haas Promenade, just south of Jerusalem. A couple of other toilets have been found in Jerusalem and Judah over the … Continue reading
Posted in archaeologists, Biblical Archaeology, Israel, Jerusalem, New Discoveries
Tagged Ancient toilet, Archaeology, Aren Maeir, Discoveries, Jerusalem, Yaakov Billig
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Join a Webinar on the Archaeology of David, Solomon, and Rehoboam
ASOR (the American Society for Overseas Research) is hosting a webinar this Sunday, Sept. 19, at 4:30pm (US Eastern Time) on “David, Solomon, and Rehoboam’s Kingdom – the Archaeological Evidence.” In recent years, we have uncovered many things from the … Continue reading
Posted in Ancient sites, archaeologists, Conferences & Meetings, Israel, Jerusalem, Khirbet a-Ra'i, Khirbet Arai, Khirbet Qeiyafa, Lachish, New Discoveries, Webinars & Online
Tagged ASOR, David, Discoveries, Jerusalem, Judah, Khirbet a-Ra'i, Khirbet Arai, Khirbet Qeiyafa, King David, Lachish, Rehoboam, Shephlah, Solomon, webinar, Yosef Garfinkel, Yossi Garfinkel
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Gov’t complex from time of Hezekiah, Manasseh discovered near US Embassy in Jerusalem
The Israel Antiquities Authority has announced the discovery of a large building from the ancient Kingdom of Judah that has been dated to the time of kings Hezekiah and Manasseh (Heb. – Menashe). The Jerusalem Post article includes photos and … Continue reading
“Journey Through the Testaments” tour to the Bible Lands
There are a few weeks remaining to join my “Journey Through the Testaments” tour from June 10th to 22nd, 2019. Whether it’s your first time or a repeat visit, this trip helps you perceive and understand the Bible on a … Continue reading
Jerusalem Discoveries: New stone courses for Western Wall, theater-type structure
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
Bible Lands Museum Video: “Khirbet Qeiyafa in the Elah Valley”
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
Posted in archaeologists, Biblical Archaeology, Israel, Khirbet Qeiyafa, Links to interesting stuff, Museums, Short videos, Tech & Resources
Tagged Bible, Bible Lands Museum, Biblical Archaeology, David and Goliath, Elah Fortress, Elah Valley, Exhibitions, Jerusalem, Khirbet Qeiyafa, Rali Margalit, Saar Ganor, video, Yosef Garfinkel, Yossi Garfinkel
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Join My 2017 Bible Lands Tour
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
How did bells on the High Priest’s garment sound?
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
Posted in archaeologists, Bible comments, Jerusalem, Short videos
Tagged Atonement, Bible, Bible comments, Day of Atonement, Eli Shukron, Ephod, Exodus, Golden bell, High Priest, Holy of Holies, Holy Place, Jerusalem, Judaism, Leviticus, Ronny Reich, Sewers, Tabernacle, Temple, video, Western Wall
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Bible, Archaeology, and Travel with Luke Chandler 
Archaeology Updates from ASOR
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 →