At this time of year, Jesus' birth is celebrated around the world by Christians. His birth is part of the legacy which would result in…
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Herod's relationship with Judaism comes under question very often. Was the 1st century BCE King of Judea Jewish? We need to remember that applying modern…
In our current world, where conflict is at the forefront, it's interesting to see how battles are depicted in the past. In the United States,…
In the history of Jerusalem, the events surrounding the Bar Cochva revolt provide one of the saddest chapters. The grassroots, guerrilla war waged by Jews…
We have just finished the counting of the Omer - 49 days between the bringing of the barley harvest starting on the day after the…
One of the difficulties in Israel is how to preserve the past while providing for the future. Because of the extensive archaeological record in Israel,…
The Dead Sea is one of my favorite places, perhaps because of its other-worldly feel. The entire area is full of surprises and mysteries. On…
Alexander Yannai, Jewish king, creator of an empire unrivaled since the time of King Solomon, is a colorful figure in Jewish history. The third son…
History is made of up "his story". Indeed, what we leave to future generations is only our stories. These stories are made up of our…
Historical fiction is a popular way for non-historians to learn about and relate to the past. Whether from books like The Red Tent, Sarah, or…
