The (Second) Richest Man in the World
Elon Musk? Bill Gates? These are part of the class of super-rich in today's world. In the ancient world control over technology, production, and transportation…
Ecstasy in Arad
Ecstasy - being so overwhelmed by faith that one loses oneself - has always been a part of religious devotion. The question is: how do…
Herod’s Gardens
Herod, Herod in a land so arid, How did your garden grow? With cypress, pine, and bonsai olive trees, That's how your garden grew! Herod…
Destruction on the Temple Mount
In today's tenuous political climate, any issue surrounding the Temple Mount is fraught with tension and controversy. Archaeological excavations are not allowed on the holy…
Who is a Good Samaritan?
The Parable of the Good Samaritan is one of the most familiar stories of the Christian Bible. Jesus defines the behavior of the Good Samaritan,…
Water in the Bank
Israel is bordered on the east and west by bodies of water. On the west, the Mediterranean laps at miles and miles of beautiful beaches.…
Right in Front of Your Eyes
How many times have you been looking for something only to find it right in front of your eyes? In St. Catherine's Monastery in the…
Water, Water Everywhere
Israel has entered winter. The nights are cold, dipping into the single digits centigrade (30's and 40's Fahrenheit) and sometimes during the day it rains.…
King Solomon’s Mines?
One of the hot debates in Israel's archaeological community is on the extent of the Jewish kingdom during the time of Kings David and Solomon…
Worms to Words
Silk is one of the most desirable fabrics. Ever since the Chinese discovered the strength, sheen and malleability of silk threads in the 4th millennium…
