A couple days ago, an Israeli news source quoted an Israeli official that Turkey had agreed to send the Siloam inscription to Israel as a result of diplomatic negotiations. Turkey has since responded that the Siloam incsription will not be returning to Jerusalem after all. Maybe someone just got excited too early, or perhaps a... Continue Reading →
(See update at bottom) A report today states that Turkey has agreed to return the famous inscription from Hezekiah's tunnel back to Jerusalem. The inscription, etched on stone near the western end of the 8th BC water tunnel, describes how workers began the project at the two ends and met in the middle. The inscription,... Continue Reading →
If you have traveled to Israel, you've likely visited the place in the photograph below. Do you recognize it? Take a few seconds to figure it out before reading further. It looks quite different now due to recent work to show more of the ancient ruins. If you haven't identified it yet, the... Continue Reading →
Israel has recently experienced storms across the country, including one in the north that dropped nearly 14 inches (35 cm) of snow on Mt. Hermon. Canaan is not blessed with consistent winter snow but Mt. Hermon normally receives it every year. The melted runoff feeds sources of the Jordan river, which in turn feeds the... Continue Reading →
There are a few weeks remaining to join my "Journey Through the Testaments" tour from June 10th to 22nd, 2019. Whether it's your first time or a repeat visit, this trip helps you perceive and understand the Bible on a fuller, deeper level. The 13-day tour package includes: Round trip flights between New York (JFK)... Continue Reading →
If you want to have a special Bible Lands experience, join my "Journey Through the Testaments" tour from June 10th to 22nd, 2019. Whether it's your first time or a repeat visit, this trip will help you perceive and understand the Bible on a fuller, deeper level. This immersive 13-day tour includes: A marvelous itinerary... Continue Reading →
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