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When There Was No Room at the Inn: The Bethlehem Story

And it came to pass in those days, when Caesar Augustus decreed that all the world should be taxed, that Joseph went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, unto Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; for he was of the house and lineage of David (Luke 2:1–4). With Mary his espoused wife, being great with child, he came to ...

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Of Inns and Resting Places in the Days of Old

In the days when the earth was young with dust and the sun beat hot upon the roads of men, there were places appointed for rest—humble inns, tents of hospitality, and chambers above the homes of kind-hearted hosts. And these served the weary traveler, the merchant from afar, the prophet upon his mission, and the pilgrim drawn by the call of the sac...

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The Bounds of the Earth Revealed in the End of Days

In ancient times, the people of God walked the land with staff in hand and Scripture in heart. They knew the hills of Judea, the waters of Galilee, and the gates of Jerusalem — for their stories unfolded upon the soil. Today, though the feet of students no longer tread those same paths, the call to remember remains. And lo, in this generation, the ...

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And There Was No Healing in the Land

In the former days, long before the knowledge of physicians waxed strong and the art of healing was refined, there came upon the nations plagues and pestilences — grievous afflictions that swept through cities and fields, leaving sorrow in their wake. From the dust of Egypt to the hills of Jerusalem, men beheld the hand of judgment or the mystery o...

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Bringing the Scriptures to Life Through the Art of Visual Storytelling

Since ancient times, the telling of stories has been central to the faith and life of God’s people. From the oral traditions of the patriarchs to the written words of the prophets, Scripture has conveyed divine truths, history, and hope. In our modern age, this sacred tradition continues through the powerful medium of visual storytelling. The Power...

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The Habitations and Lives of the People in Jerusalem of Old

In the city of Jerusalem, where kings ruled and prophets walked, the daily lives of its people were woven with faith, family, and toil. The homes they built and the ways they lived reveal much about their culture, their hopes, and their devotion to the Lord. The Houses of Jerusalem The dwellings in ancient Jerusalem were modest yet sturdy, built to...

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The Origins of Postage and Communication in Ancient Cities

Long before the invention of modern postage stamps, ancient civilizations developed systems to transmit messages across vast distances. Though adhesive stamps as we know them did not exist in antiquity, early forms of organized communication paved the way for postal services that would become vital to empires and societies. Early Message Delivery S...

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Of Stone and Timber: Crafting the House with Understanding

In the Beginning, Men Did Build In ancient days, when the Lord gave land to the tribes of men, they dwelt in tents, then in houses fashioned by hand. And the wise among them laid strong foundations, for it is written: “Through wisdom is an house builded; and by understanding it is established.” (Proverbs 24:3) Noah built an ark according to the wor...

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Of the Wisdom and Ingenuity of the Sons of Greece

The Gifts of Knowledge Bestowed Upon the Earth In the days of old, before the rise of kingdoms and the spreading of empires, there dwelt in the land of Greece a people renowned for their wisdom and craft. The Lord endowed them with understanding of the heavens, the earth, and the secrets thereof, that they might bring forth marvels from the works o...

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The Sacred Journey of the Son of Man Unto Jerusalem

The Path Toward the Holy City And it came to pass in those days, that Jesus of Nazareth, the Son of Man, made His way toward Jerusalem, the city of the great King. From Galilee He traveled, through the towns and villages, teaching the people and healing their infirmities, saying, "The kingdom of God is at hand; repent ye and believe the gospel." (M...

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