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Jabbok, Penuel and Mahanaim

Fords of Jabbok from Penuel, Jabbok Fords and Penuel from Mahanaim, Jabbok Fords from Penuel...[Bible Places]...

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Dashur Pyramids

Bent Pyramid casing, Bent Pyramid closeup of outer casing, Bent Pyramid closeup...[Bible Places]...

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Athens

Most scholars believe that Paul traveled to Athens by boat from Berea and thus it is likely that he entered the city through its large port of Piraeus. The port was originally built in the 5th c. B.C. and still thrives today. In ancient times Piraeus was connected to Athens (6 mi. distant) by the Long Walls, two parallel walls 600 feet apart. [Bib...

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Chorazin

One of the "Galilean" type of synagogues with typical characteristics: Basilica shape - three hallways separated by two rows of pillars Three doorways; central one is largest Benches around side; not much remains of the benches here. Stylobate - to support weight of arches [Bible Places]...

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Tabgha

Two miles west of Capernaum is what Josephus referred to as the "well of Capernaum." Undoubtedly a popular fishing spot of the locals because of its famous "seven springs," Heptapegon (today the name has been corrupted to Tabgha) is the traditional location for several episodes in Jesus' ministry. [Bible Places]...

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Qumran Caves

Allegedly discovered by a Bedouin shepherd chasing a stray, the initial Dead Sea Scrolls found here changed the study of the Old Testament. The seven scrolls were the Manual of Discipline, War of Sons of Light, Thanksgiving Scroll, Isaiah A and B, Genesis Apocryphon and Habakkuk Commentary. [Bible Places]...

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Hezekiah's Tunnel

A 1750-foot (530m) tunnel carved during the reign of Hezekiah to bring water from one side of the city to the other, Hezekiah's Tunnel together with the 6th c. tunnel of Euphalios in Greece are considered the greatest works of water engineering technology in the pre-Classical period. Had it followed a straight line, the length would have been 1070 ...

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Jordan Rift

Acacia trees in wadi in Aravah near Petra, Bab edh Dhra Early Bronze shaft tomb entrance, Bab edh Dhra Early Bronze tombs...[Bible Places]...

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Giza Puramids

Cairo Stables at the Base of the Pyramids Nestled at the base of the iconic Giza Pyramids, the Cairo Stables form a unique intersection of history, culture, and equestrian traditions. This equestrian center, set against the awe-inspiring backdrop of the ancient wonders, offers a captivating glimpse into the enduring bond between the majestic horses...

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Corinth

One of the great crossroads of the ancient world because of its location on the isthmus linking the Peloponnese to mainland Greece, Corinth was a thriving Roman colony from the time of Julius Caesar. The city is always described as "wealthy" in the ancient sources and this prosperity was due in part to the city's taxation of the north-south and eas...

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