Tag: Jericho

Interview 53 Why Knowing the Land of Israel Matters (Bill Schlegel)

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Bill Schlegel lived in Israel for 34 years, much of that time spent studying and then teaching about the geography of the scriptures.  In this interview he provides three reasons why every bible-student should study the land of Israel: historical accuracy archeological accuracy geographical accuracy He also talks about his upcoming tour to Israel (March Read more about Interview 53 Why Knowing the Land of Israel Matters (Bill Schlegel)[…]

Good Samaritan

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Countless hospitals across the nation bear the name “Good Samaritan,” all a tribute to Jesus’ masterful parable about the injured traveler.  So ubiquitous is this story that it has become a cliché to call someone who helps another “a good Samaritan.”  Yet, as with so many sayings of Jesus, the more popular it became, the Read more about Good Samaritan[…]

The Road from Jericho to Jerusalem

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Have you ever wondered what it was like for Jesus to walk from Jericho to Jerusalem?  The journey took him through a barren desert and a lot of elevation changes, totaling 14 miles with an ascent of 3,300 feet.  Bill Schlegel put together this video, incorporating helpful diagrams, drone footage, and lots of great explaining Read more about The Road from Jericho to Jerusalem[…]

Podcast 35: Entering Jerusalem (Historical Jesus 11)

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Historical Jesus 11: Entering Jerusalem When Jesus entered Jerusalem, it was not quietly, but triumphantly, riding a donkey while the crowds shout, “Hosanna!”  This moment brings to and end his “messianic secret” and publicly declares to everyone that he was claiming to be the Jewish Messiah.  His action in the temple further underlined this claim.  Read more about Podcast 35: Entering Jerusalem (Historical Jesus 11)[…]