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Lodging Near the Sea: Harbors and Hospitality

In the ancient world, where the rhythmic ebb and flow of the sea dictated the pulse of trade and the reach of empires, coastal cities stood as vital gateways. And in these bustling harbors, where the scent of salt mingled with exotic spices and the clamor of a thousand tongues filled the air, the provision of lodging for those who arrived by ship w...

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Encampments of the Pilgrims and Festival Lodging in Jerusalem

In the ancient world, particularly within the sacred precincts of the Holy Land, certain seasons stirred the hearts of the faithful, beckoning them towards Jerusalem, the city where God had placed His Name. These were the great Pilgrim Festivals—Passover, Pentecost, and Sukkot (the Feast of Tabernacles)—times when the ordinary rhythms of life yield...

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Where the Apostles Slept: Lodging in the New Testament Era

In the nascent days of the New Covenant, when the glorious light of the Gospel began to pierce the darkness of the world, those chosen by the Lord to spread His truth—the Apostles—found their rest not in grand palaces or established inns, but largely within the humble embrace of private homes. Their lodging, indeed, was a testament to the power of ...

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The Pilgrim’s Shelter from Babylon to Jerusalem

In the days of old, when the children of Israel were scattered among the nations, many set their faces toward Jerusalem, the city of the great King, yearning to behold the House of the Lord. From the plains of Babylon to the holy mount Zion, the way was long and oftentimes perilous, but the pilgrim’s heart was steadfast, for they sought the God of ...

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Of Guests and Hosts in the Cities of Old

In the cities of old, from the gates of Jerusalem to the ports of Tyre and Sidon, there was a custom deeply rooted and honored among the people—a covenant between guest and host, held sacred by the law of hospitality. For in those days, the stranger and the traveler were often as the sojourner in a dry land, and their welfare depended not upon inns...

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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 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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The Ossuary of Caiaphas

This Ossuary of Caiaphas was discovered in Jerusalem by archaeologists. It was carved from limestone and bears the name "Caiaphas", the name of the Temple High Priest during the time of Christ. Ossuaries were typically used to hold the bones of the dead....

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Monument of King Alexander Janneus

The Monument of King Alexander Janneus who ruled between 103-76 BCE....

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The Pool of Bethesda in First Century Jerusalem

The Pool of the Sheepmarket was just below the Fortress of Antonia. BETHES'DA (beth-ez'da; Gk. from Aram. Beth hesda, "house of grace"). A spring-fed pool with five porches where invalids waited their turn to step into the mysteriously troubled waters that were supposed to possess healing virtue (John 5:2-4). The last part of v. 3 and all of v....

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