Bible History

Female Figurine from Ur

Iraq: Tell Asmar, Trench D; Ur III/Isin-Larsa Period, ca. 2100-1800 B.C. Baked clay. Excavated by the Oriental Institute, 1935-6. "Figurines like this one have been found in the excavated remains of Mesopotamian houses, temples, and other public buildings of the early second millennium B.C. They have no definite divine attributes and their exact fu...

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Who were the Pharisees and Sadducees?

The Pharisees and Sadducees were two of the most important religious groups in Judea during the time of Jesus. They had different beliefs and practices, and they often clashed with each other. The Pharisees were a group of religious scholars who were known for their strict adherence to the oral law, which is a collection of laws and traditions that...

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Bible History O.T. Customs

"Bible History O.T. Customs" typically refers to the study and exploration of the historical and cultural aspects of the Old Testament of the Bible, particularly focusing on the customs, traditions, and practices of the people and societies mentioned in the text. This field of study delves into the historical context and social milieu of the Old Te...

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Caiaphas

International Standard Bible Encyclopedia...

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Caiaphas

Easton's Bible Dictionary...

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Customs of the Tax Collectors

"The tax collector could walk up to any traveler, on any road within his district and ask him to drop all of his goods in order to exact tax."...

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TAX, TAXING

The International Standard Bible Encyclopedia...

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Annas

The New Testament Greek Lexicon...

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Annas

Smith's Bible Dictionary...

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