- The Binding or Sacrifice of Isaac - Biblical Archaeology Society
Explore how Jewish and Christian traditions interpret the Binding of Isaac (Akedah), from its biblical origins and ritual symbolism to its profound influence in art, liturgy, and interfaith thought
- The Patriarch Abraham and Family - Biblical Archaeology Society
In a special collection of Bible Review articles, Biblical scholars provide different avenues to understanding the Genesis account of the patriarch Abraham
- The Binding of Isaac - Biblical Archaeology Society
Genesis 22 has a long tradition of Jewish and Christian interpretation It is known in Hebrew as the Akedah, short for the “binding of Isaac ”
- First Person: Human Sacrifice to an Ammonite God?
When Abraham is about to sacrifice Isaac, an angel of the Lord cries out to Abraham to stay his hand, and a ram caught by his horns in a thicket is sacrificed instead of Isaac So the question arises, were sons and daughters—as opposed to infants—sacrificed in ancient times? Is there any archaeological evidence?
- How December 25 Became Christmas - Biblical Archaeology Society
Discover how December 25 became the date for Christmas Explore the biblical silence, early Christian debates, pagan influences, and the theological link between Jesus’ birth and death that shaped this enduring holiday
- Who Were the Ammonites, Moabites and Edomites in the Bible?
In the Bible, the Edomites are the descendants of Esau, Jacob ’s twin and Isaac’s oldest son (Genesis 36) The Edomites controlled an area east of the Arabah, from the Zered to the Gulf of Aqaba
- isaac Archives - Biblical Archaeology Society
isaac isaac Latest Nov 6 Blog Laughter in the Bible? Absolutely! By: Robin Gallaher Branch Robin Gallaher Branch on the lighter side of the Bible
- Jewish Worship, Pagan Symbols - Biblical Archaeology Society
Mosaics reflecting the zodiac and other pagan imagery have been discovered in several ancient synagogues Jewish worship, pagan symbols
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