Biblical Archaeology & History
Top 10 Biblical Archaeological Discoveries of 2015
Exciting Discoveries That Strengthen Our Faith in the Bible In the world of Biblical archaeologist – 2015 brought light to many new discoveries and interpretations. From locating Queen Nefertiti’s tomb to the childhood home of Jesus, 2015 allowed researches to confirm and reassess previous theories brought to us from the Bible. As experts begin to unravel…
Read MoreGeographical Cross-Shape: Coincidence or Signature of a Savior?
Cross-shaped lines connect miracles of God You may have heard that a cross-shaped protein was found in the human cell, but did you know that another significant “cross-shape” has been identified that also points to our Creator? Pastor Tim Remington, leader of a Holy Land tour, loves to direct traveler’s attention to the significant shape…
Read MoreVideo: Tabernacle Model in Shiloh on Israel Tour
Watch Tabernacle Model Video Taken in Shiloh! A few of our more extensive Christian tours include sites like the Tabernacle model in Shiloh. Shiloh is a magnificent city that was originally the home of the Ark of the Covenant, Table of Showbread, Altar of Incense and the Golden Lamp Stand, all seen in the tabernacle model there today. An expert on…
Read MoreAncient Israel Discovery on Merneptah Stele
Ancient Israel Discovery May Pre-Date Earliest Mention of Israel at Berlin’s Egyptian Museum In an article published in the Biblical Archaeology Review, concerning ancient Israel, researchers are making great strides in the area of biblical archaeology and history. It has been assumed that the earliest known mention of Israel was found on the Merneptah Stele, where…
Read MoreRare Biblical Discovery From King David’s Time
This rare Biblical discovery contains words from 3,000 years ago! The name inscribed in this clay pot is referenced in ll Samuel, during the time of King David. Excavators carefully assembled this ancient artifact and were blown away to find the scriptural reference. Archeology News Report published this story recently, see what they have to…
Read MoreWhy did Egypt’s Pharaoh Akenhaten Convert to Monotheism?
Why in 1400 BC did the young Pharaoh Akenhaten in Egypt convert to monotheism (believing in only one god)? We have added the site of El Amarna on our longer Christian-based Egypt tour itineraries in order to understand the significance of his decision. Certain scholars point out that Akenhaten was most likely the young Pharaoh…
Read MoreChildhood Home of Jesus Uncovered in Nazareth!
From Biblical Archaeology Society: Biblical Archaeology Review features an interesting discovery about Jesus’ childhood made by Ken Dark and the Nazareth Archaeological Project. Under the Sisters of Nazareth Convent in Nazareth, Israel, a dwelling was found that is thought to be the childhood home of Jesus. Ken explains what remains were found in the home and…
Read MoreSmyrna: the Early Church home to our faithful brother, Polycarp
Polycarp replied, “For eighty-six years I have been His servant, and He has done me no wrong. How can I blaspheme my King who saved me?” Polycarp was dramatically executed at age 86 at Smyrna, one of the Seven Churches of Revelation that we will visit the summer of 2015. Polycarp was a friend of…
Read MoreNew discovery near Cappadocia! Massive underground city
This May Be the World’s Largest Known Underground City An exciting new discovery was recently made near Cappadocia, Turkey, while the Housing Development Administration was in the midst of an urban building project. A 5,000 year old, underground city was found containing tunnels over 4 miles long! Experts suspect that this underground city was mainly used…
Read MoreThe 7 Churches of Revelation, their struggles and strengths
What the Bible says about the 7 Churches of Revelation Do you remember each of the 7 churches of Revelation? These churches mentioned in Revelation chapter 2 and 3 represent different struggles and strengths of the Christian church today. Here is a short overview of each of the 7 churches of Revelation, plus a description…
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