Culture
Broaden your understanding of the text by learning what the world was like when the text was written.
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“Be Salt”
Salt was very valuable during Jesus' day. It aided in the preservation of meat and enhanced the taste... Read More
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“Go Into All the World”
Jesus commanded his followers to "go into all the world and preach the good news to all... Read More
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A Galilean Boat
A Galilean Boat This replica has been constructed based on the remains of a first-century boat found recently... Read More
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A Study in Contrasts
Hellenism, the dominant worldview in the first century, stands in stark contrast to the truths of God found... Read More
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Agriculture
Some areas of Israel are well suited for agricutlure. The climate of Galilee, for example, is quite tropical,... Read More
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Ancient Anchors
Ancient Anchors These stone anchors were found in one of the ancient harbors in the area of Galilee.... Read More
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Animal Husbandry
While some areas of Israel were suitable for farming, other regions were better suited to raise sheep and... Read More
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Assyrian Conquests
Assyrian Conquests During the 700s BC, the Assyrian empire made many conquests in the land of Israel. Because... Read More
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Basalt Crusher
This crusher is found at Capernaum, Jesus' home-base (Matthew 4:13), near the synagogue. The local basalt "a hard,... Read More
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Biblical Covenants
Biblical Covenants Similar to a business agreement or contract made today, in the ancient Near East, there was... Read More
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Biblical Names
In biblical times, a good name meant more than a good reputation. People understood that a name expressed... Read More
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Burial Practices
Burial Practices The Body According to Jewish interpretation of the Old Testament Law, burial had to occur within... Read More
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Casting the Net
Casting the Net This modern-day fisherman demonstrates how to use a cast net, one type of net... Read More
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City Daughters
City Daughters A city king's influence often extended beyond the city walls. Major cities, such as Gezer, had... Read More
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City Gates
City gates played a significant role in ancient life. Because openings in city walls created a weak... Read More
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City Gates in the Bible
City Gates in the Bible Since gates were the center of city life, it is not surprising that... Read More
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City Kings
The American concept of a king is usually negative. The Revolutionary War experience prompted most Americans to view... Read More
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City Life
Most cities from the biblical period were fairly small, and people lived in closely knit, well-defined communities. Jerusalem... Read More
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Cliff at the Garden Tomb
Cliff at the Garden Tomb This cliff face is located just outside the garden tomb. It was originally... Read More
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Commerce
Commerce was an important part of ancient life, allowing people from various regions to trade with each... Read More