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Jul 11 Blog

Tour Showcases Remains of Herod’s Jerusalem Palace—Possible Site of the Trial of Jesus

Visitors to Jerusalem’s Old City can explore remains of King Herod’s palace, which may be where Roman governor Pontius Pilate tried and condemned Jesus of Nazareth to death.

Jul 16 Blog

History of Bethlehem Documented by First Temple Period Bulla from the City of David

By: Biblical Archaeology Society Staff

Earliest History of Bethlehem Documented by First Temple Period Bulla from the City of David Jesus’ Birthplace in Ancient Bethlehem Confirmed as an Israelite City Centuries Earlier

Oct 17 Blog

Learn Unknown Facts About Paul Today

By: Biblical Archaeology Society Staff

The apostle Paul traveled extensively throughout the Roman Empire to spread the teachings of Jesus. He spread the gospel for seven years across thousands of miles. What does archaeology tell us about the places he visited?

Sep 23 Blog

The Cave of Elijah the Prophet under Threat?

By: Henry Curtis Pelgrift

The Cave of Elijah the Prophet in Israel faces the threat that its inscriptions may be defaced or destroyed by modern visitors who crowd into it daily.

Feb 12 Blog

Jerry Murphy-O’Connor (1935–2013)

By: Hershel Shanks

Father Jerome Murphy-O’Connor, OP, who died peacefully in his sleep after a long illness on November 11, 2013, at age 78, was “Jerry” to all of us. Although he lived for nearly half a century at the École Biblique in Jerusalem, he never lost his Irish brogue. He did not suffer fools gladly, but he could also be patiently helpful.

Jan 6 Blog

Pilgrimage in Early Christian Jordan and Biblical Turkey

By: Reviewed by Jerome Murphy-O’Connor

Jerome Murphy-O'Connor reviews "Pilgrimage in Early Christian Jordan" by Burton MacDonald and "Biblical Turkey" by Mark Wilson.

Dec 28 Blog

The First Paul

By: Reviewed by Jerome Murphy-O’Connor

Jerome Murphy-O’Connor reviews "The First Paul: Reclaiming the Radical Visionary Behind the Church’s Conservative Icon" by Marcus J. Borg and John Dominic Crossan.

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