Bible History

God as a "Jealous" God

From Christian Resource Institute FAQ. A short answer to the question about God as a "jealous" God....

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The Books of the Bible

From The Four Eleven Foundation: A very simple survey of several of the Books of the Bible - by David Griffiths....

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Ugaritic god Ba'al

From K. C. Hanson's Gallery of Photos of Syria & Israel. Ba'al Ugaritic god of Storms & War; 14th century BC. Bronze & gold statue. Note: The adjective "Ugaritic" is characteristic of the ancient city of Ugarit....

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The famous 'Pilate' inscription of Ceasarea

This stone was discovered at Caesarea. Its inscription commemorates Pilate's erection and dedication of a Tiberium, a temple to the divine genius of Tiberius, the Roman Emperor during Pilate's tenure in office. It reveals the extent to which Romanization had advanced in Caesarea and replaced Jewish worship. Ironically, Tiberius himself forbade his ...

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Megiddo

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Israel's Codes of Conduct

Israel's Codes of Conduct Compared to Surrounding Nations A comparison of Israel's social laws as based on the Ten Words (Ten Commandments) with those of surrounding nations; while they shared many aspects, Israel's laws differed in three important ways....

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Roman Political Rulers of Palestine

First Century Roman Political Rulers of Israel. A table of Roman Emperors, Procurators, and Kings who governed Israel in the New Testament era. From Christian Resource Institute....

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A Potter at His Wheel in Hebron

A potter was a common occupation in the Biblical world (Jer 18:3-4). While the very rich could afford vessels of silver, gold, or carved stone, or even of glass by Roman times, most people used common fired clay vessels for everyday use and storage (2 Tim 2:20). These might range from simple plates or cups to very large pots for storing grain or wi...

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Frequently Asked Questions About Scripture

Apologetics: Defending the Faith Blessed Virgin Mary Canon Law Catholic Doctrine and Catechetics Eastern Catholic Churches History and the Catholic Tradition Liturgy and Sacred Music Moral Theology Natural Family Planning Philosophy Pro-Life Issues Scripture, Divine Revelation Spiritual Theology & Questions...

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Did God Order the Massacre of Canaanites?

From Christian Resource Institute FAQ. A short answer to the question, "Did God Order the Massacre of Canaanites?"...

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