History

Internet Resources for the Study of Judaism and Christianity

This page lists a number of sites on the Internet that are useful for the study of Judaism and Christianity. Jay Treat UPenn...

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Ioudaios Review

Archived issues of IOUDAIOS REVIEW. Primarily concerned with Judaism in the Greco-Roman period, although some reviews on early Christian studies are also available....

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Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs

"The new website of the Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs, maintained by its Information Division, provides a broad range of information about Israel and its people, and comprehensive material on Israeli government, policies and foreign relations. "...

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Judaism and Jewish Resources

Judaism is one of the world's oldest monotheistic religions, with a rich history and a deep cultural and religious heritage. It encompasses a diverse range of beliefs, practices, and traditions that have evolved over thousands of years. Jewish resources are essential tools for both the faithful and those interested in learning about Judaism. Here's...

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Ancient Israel History

Ancient Israel was a kingdom that existed in the Levant region of the Middle East from the 11th to 6th centuries BCE. It was founded by the Israelites, a Semitic people who migrated to the region from Canaan. The Israelites were originally a nomadic people, but they eventually settled down and established a kingdom in the land of Canaan. The kingdo...

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Yom Kippur - The Great Day of Atonement

One day each year the High Priest would draw aside the Veil and enter the Holy of Holies to make atonement (Heb. Kafar) and cover the nations sins from the judgement of God and receive forgiveness. It took place on the 10th day of the 7th month, Tishri. By our calendar that would be around the end of September or early October....

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The Mercy Seat

The Mercy Seat was the lid or cover of solid gold on the ark....

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The Veil

The veil separated man from God....

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The Priest`s of Ancient Israel

The repentant Israelite who had gone through the gate of the tabernacle with his sacrifice and reached the bronze altar had proceeded as far as he dare go along the path of approach to God. Beyond that it was the responsibility of priests to go on his behalf and carry out spiritual tasks in the Holy Place. This they did as representatives for all t...

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The Five Levitical Offerings

The sacrificial system was ordained by God and placed at the very center and heart of Jewish national life. Whatever the Jews may have thought of it at the time, the unceasing sacrifice of animals, and the never-ending glow of fire at the altar of sacrifice, there is no doubt that god was burning into the hearts of every man, an awareness of their ...

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