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Ancient Jewish Ritual Bath Unearthed Near Rome Sheds Light on Jewish Life in the Roman Empire
Archaeologists in Italy have uncovered the remains of an ancient Jewish ritual bath, or mikveh, near Rome, marking the oldest known discovery of its kind outside the biblical regions of Israel and its surroundings. The mikveh was found during an ongo...
Archaeologists Unearth 141 Ancient Gold Coins, Including Rare Pieces from a Forgotten Roman Emperor
A remarkable discovery in northern Luxembourg has provided historians with fresh insight into the final years of the Western Roman Empire. Archaeologists have uncovered a hoard of 141 gold coins near the village of Holzthum, dating back to the late f...
The Passion of the Christ: A Historical Perspective
The Passion of the Christ is a pivotal event in Christian history, marking the culmination of Jesus' earthly ministry and the sacrificial death that forms the bedrock of Christian theology. The Gospels provide detailed accounts of Jesus' final hours,...
Roman Empire in A.D. 69
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The Extent of the Ancient Mediterranean World: A Journey Through Time and Space
The ancient Mediterranean world, with its rich tapestry of cultures, civilizations, and trade routes, stands as a testament to human ingenuity and exploration. Stretching across three continents – Europe, Asia, and Africa – this interconnected re...
The Spread of Christianity in the Roman Empire
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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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