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You are warmly invited to explore the first-century setting in which Jesus lived. In this series we will examine how the Dead Seas Scrolls provide insights into the life of Jesus and his followers, how archaeology informs our understanding of ancient Galilee and Judea, how crucifixion functioned within Roman imperial practices, and how the notion of resurrection developed and evolved in ancient Judaism. |  |
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Also, check out the
Archeology, Jesus, and the Resurrection – Series Videos
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Feb 12 |
The Secrets of the Dead Sea Scrolls *Video Now Available* – Dr. James H. Charlesworth Join us to learn everything you have always wanted to know about the mysterious and exciting Dead Sea Scrolls. Dr. Charlesworth will help us understand the significance of these ancient texts for understanding the Judaism of Jesus’ day. |
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Feb 19 |
John the Baptist, Jesus, and the Dead Sea Scrolls: Amazing Shifts in Thinking *Video Now Available* – Dr. James H. Charlesworth In this session Dr. Charlesworth will show us how the Dead Sea Scrolls shed light on the two central figures of the Gospels—Jesus and John the Baptist. |
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Feb 26 |
Jesus in His Galilean Context – Dr. Shane Berg Knowing where a person grew up and lived often helps us understand and know that person better. Dr. Berg will give us an overview of the places in which Jesus lived and worked and a sketch of the society and culture of first-century Galilee. |
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Mar 04 |
Jesus in His Judean Context – Dr. Shane Berg The last momentous week of Jesus’ life was spent not in the familiar environs of Galilee but in and around the holy city of Jerusalem, the capital of Judea. In this session Dr. Berg will paint us a picture of daily life in ancient Jerusalem. |
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Mar 11 |
From Pits to Publications – Life on a Real Dig in Israel – Dr. Louise Johnson Much of what we know about the ancient world comes through the hard and dirty work of digging up artifacts, painstakingly documenting dig sites, and carrying out the monumental task of publishing all the results for the benefit of fellow scholars. Come and hear our own Louise Johnson describe her experience on archaeological digs in the Holy Land. |
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Mar 18 |
Crucifixion – Dr. Shane Berg Crucifixion was a cruel and painful way to die. Dr. Berg will explain why the Romans found this form of capital punishment so effective and when they elected to use it, including in the case of Jesus of Nazareth. |
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Mar 25 |
Resurrection – Dr. Shane Berg The idea of resurrection had a long and interesting history in the Jewish tradition prior to the time of Jesus. In this final session Dr. Berg will discuss how knowing the history of this idea helps us to understand more clearly the Gospel accounts of Jesus’ resurrection. |
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| Dr. James H. Charlesworth |
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| Dr. Shane Berg |
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| Dr. Louise Johnson |
In addition to the images below, you can
explore the Qumran community through this Virtual Tour.
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