Category: Artifacts—New Testament Archaeology

Venture into the world of artifacts from New Testament archaeology. Unravel the mysteries of Christian history through archaeological discoveries.

The Coins of the Jewish Revolts: c. 66-70 AD, 132-135 AD

The coins minted during both the Jewish Revolt (66-70 AD) and the Bar Kokhba Revolt (132-135 AD) against the Roman Empire offer invaluable insights into the historical, cultural, and linguistic context of these periods. They showcase nationalistic, religious and ideological motivations behind the revolts, constituting a narrative of resistance and identity. Despite challenges in authenticity and interpretation, through archaeological, numismatic and linguistic investigations, scholars can unravel nuances of these tumultuous periods, contributing to understanding of Jewish resilience and struggle for freedom.

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BIBLICAL ARCHAEOLOGY: Three Tombs of Jesus: Which is the Real One?

This comprehensive exploration dives into the biblical archaeology of the three most renowned tombs associated with Jesus Christ. Comparing historical, archaeological, and biblical evidence, we analyze the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, the Garden Tomb, and the Talpiot Tomb to discern which holds the most weight in the quest for the real tomb of Jesus.

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The Shroud of Turin—Is It the Burial Cloth of Jesus?

The Shroud of Turin is a centuries-old linen cloth bearing the image of a crucified man that some believe to be Jesus. This article explores the authenticity of the shroud and examines various hypotheses on its origin, including painting, acid pigmentation, medieval photography, dust-transfer technique, bas-relief, and Maillard reaction. Discover the mysteries behind the controversial shroud and decide for yourself if it is indeed the burial cloth of Jesus.

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Crucifixion or Impalement—Cross or Stake? Which One Was It?

The debate over the crucifixion method of Jesus arises from different interpretations. Most scholars agree Jesus was crucified on a cross, supported by historical and archaeological findings. The Jehovah's Witnesses argue for impalement, citing linguistic and figurative evidence. However, the majority view remains crucifixion. The debate involves historical, linguistic, and spiritual significance, but no conclusive evidence supports impalement.

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A Christian Skeptic Discovers God In Ancient Israel

William Foxwell Albright, the son of missionary parents, eagerly pursued his college education as a young man of faith. Finally, he received the coveted Ph.D.—but at a significant cost. His faith had been destroyed by the 19th-century German school of higher criticism. The leading exponents of this school of higher criticism, Julius Wellhausen and Franz Delitzsch, were out to prove that the Old Testament history of the Bible was mere fiction. Why?

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BIBLE (NT): The Origin of the Nomina Sacra

In Christian scribal practice, nomina sacra (singular: nomen sacrum from Latin sacred name) is the abbreviation of several frequently occurring divine names or titles, especially in Greek manuscripts of Holy Scripture. This will be one of the most detailed, yet easy-to-understand articles on this important subject.

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The James Ossuary: The Earliest Witness to Jesus and His Family?

One of the earliest and most important discoveries relating to the historicity of Jesus and members of his family is the limestone bone-box (called an ossuary, a container in which the bones of dead people are placed) made known to the public in October 2002. Ossuaries were used by Israel from about the second-century B.C. until the fall of Jerusalem in A.D. 70. Over ten thousand such ossuaries have been discovered but only about one hundred contain inscriptions. Of these, only two have an identification similar to the one etched in the now famous and somewhat controversial “James Ossuary.” The entire Aramaic inscription reads, “Jacob (James), son of Joseph, brother of Jesus” (Ya’akov bar Yosef akhui di Yeshua).

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