by Michael Moore | May 9, 2012 | Uncategorized
On Gilead’s frontier with Syria, which is ominously flat, is a key outpost of Biblical Israel: it’s called Ramoth-Gilead. Here wicked king Ahab fought the Syrians, was wounded, and propped himself up in his chariot until he died at sunset. Here his son... by Michael Moore | May 8, 2012 | Uncategorized
Welcome to the Bible-story-rich hills of Upper Gilead, and to the Jabbok Valley. Unlike the other river valleys in the area, which are about as friendly as the Grand Canyon, the Jabbok — aka “Shepherd’s Gateway” — hospitably provides food... by Michael Moore | May 7, 2012 | Uncategorized
Ancient Rabbath-Ammon, which towers over the modern city of Amman at its foot. The Ammonites looked down…down…down on anyone bold enough to besiege their city, like David’s army under Joab. The onsite museum holds such treasures as the Copper Scroll... by Claire Pfann | May 6, 2012 | Uncategorized
In the next few days, we’ll be publishing highlights from a past Historical Geography tour of Jordan. Jordan: Day One The Jordan River, symbol of crossing over into God’s covenant. For Joshua, the Essenes, John the Baptist, and Jesus. This the traditional...
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