Tag: Jerusalem Temple In First Century

Why Do the Huldah Gates Appear Different in Ancient Replicas and Modern Photos?
The Huldah Gates, located on the southern wall of the Temple Mount in Jerusalem, are a significant archaeological and historical feature. These gates served as entrances and exits for worshippers ascending to the Temple during the Second Temple perio...

Why Were Ancient City Walls So Thick and High?
Throughout history, ancient cities often constructed massive walls to protect their inhabitants, with some walls reaching incredible thicknesses of 30, 40, or even 50 feet, and heights of 20 to 30 feet. These formidable structures were not merely arc...
The Jerusalem Temple in the First Century
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Faith Through Art: Bible Craft Ideas for Teens and Children
Faith can take many forms—spoken, sung, or even painted. For teens and children, expressing spirituality through art is a hands-on way to explore biblical themes while having fun and developing creative skills. Crafting allows young believers to interact with stories, symbols, and lessons in a way that feels personal and... -
The Kings of Persia in the Bible: Historical and Theological Perspectives
The Persian Empire looms large in the latter chapters of the Hebrew Bible, not only as a dominant world power but as an unexpected instrument of divine will. While ancient empires like Egypt, Assyria, and Babylon are often depicted as oppressors of Israel, the kings of Persia occupy a more... -
Babylon, Persia, and the Exile: How Iran Shaped Jewish Identity
The Babylonian exile is often seen as one of the darkest moments in Jewish history—a time of destruction, displacement, and despair. Yet, it was also a transformative period, one that reshaped Jewish faith, practice, and identity in profound ways. While Babylon (in modern-day Iraq) was the setting for exile, it... -
Zion and Susa: Two Sacred Cities in Dialogue Through History
At first glance, Zion—the biblical name for Jerusalem—and Susa—the ancient royal city of Persia—seem worlds apart. One is the spiritual heart of the Hebrew Bible and Jewish tradition; the other, a seat of imperial power in ancient Iran, known from royal inscriptions and palatial ruins. Yet within the pages of... -
Apocalyptic Visions and Persian Power: Iran in the Books of Daniel and Ezra
Ancient Persia—modern-day Iran—plays a pivotal but often underexplored role in the prophetic and apocalyptic literature of the Hebrew Bible. Two books in particular, Daniel and Ezra, shed light on the complex intersection of divine vision and imperial rule. Set against the backdrop of Persian dominance, these texts offer both a...
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