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Dec 21 Blog

That Other “King of the Jews”

According to the gospel of Mark, when Jesus is on trial before the Roman Prefect Pontius Pilate he was asked if he claimed to be the “King of the Jews,” and his ambiguous answer was “You say so.”

Jan 11 Blog

Virtually Explore Holy Land Artifacts

By: Biblical Archaeology Society Staff

From the comfort of your home, you can virtually explore archaeological objects that shed light on Biblical history with the click of a button.

Oct 30 Blog

The Terra Sancta Museum: A New Stop on the Via Dolorosa

By: Megan Sauter

The Terra Sancta Museum in Jerusalem’s Old City sits on the Via Dolorosa (“Way of Sorrow”), the path, according to tradition, that Jesus walked before his crucifixion. Three new wings in the museum are being unveiled to the public for the first time.

Dec 5 Blog

The True Herod

By: Biblical Archaeology Society Staff

David M. Jacobson reviews "The True Herod" by Geza Vermes.

Dec 26 Blog

The Jesus Dynasty

By: Reviewed by James F. Strange

James F. Strange reviews "The Jesus Dynasty: The Hidden History of Jesus, His Royal Family, and the Birth of Christianity" by James D. Tabor.

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