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Tag Archives: Judea

What’s in the (biblical) jug?

Posted on 7 December, 2020 by zshavin
Bilbical jug with raw silver

The jar you see in front of you was unearthed in the ancient biblical city of Eshtamoa (Israel) and according to some researchers dates back to the time of King David (10th century BC). The greyish material you see inside is Continue reading →

Posted in Blog Posts, Judea & Samaria | Tagged Holy Land, Holy Land Pilgrimage, Israel, Israel tour, Judea

Masada

Posted on 8 January, 2013 by zshavin
Masada

Masada: King Herod’s Refuge Visit Masada, a mountaintop fortress overlooking the Dead Sea built by King Herod of Judea: Palaces, Roman baths, food storerooms, and impressive waterworks. See remains of the Roman army & Tenth Roman Legion Fretensis: In 73 Continue reading →

Posted in Desert | Tagged Augustus, Cleopatra, Dead Sea, Jewish, Josephus, Judea, King Herod, Mark Anthony, Masada, Roman, Roman army, Romans, Zealots
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