by Claire Pfann | May 15, 2012 | Uncategorized
Feinan – in fact, the Punon of the Bible — was one of the stopping places of the Israelites on their way to the Promised Land. (Numbers 33:42) Mines in this area were in use from about 4000 BC to 650 AD. Surely there is a mine for silver…and copper... by Claire Pfann | May 14, 2012 | Uncategorized
Wadi Ram: Ancient caravan gateway to Arabia. Modern site of the filming of “Lawrence of Arabia.” Tomorrow: biblical copper mines. by Michael Moore | May 12, 2012 | Uncategorized
Though the rich Medeba Plateau to the north was coveted by ancient Israel, Ammon, and Moab, this rugged gorge marked the undisputed border. Welcome to Moab. Tomorrow: Petra. by Michael Moore | May 11, 2012 | Uncategorized
Here’s a little calling card that says “Herod was here.” If you’ve seen pictures of the Herodion, they look very similar. This is Machaerus, a fortress Herod inherited from the Hasmoneans and fortified to his own satisfaction. (Yes,... by Michael Moore | May 10, 2012 | Uncategorized
Unlike Pompeii, Jerash/Gerasa was never destroyed by a volcano. This famously well-preserved Decapolis city appears in the Gospels in connection with Jesus’ healing of two demoniacs who were living in tombs, somewhere within the broader region. Its monumental...
Recent Comments