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Israel Studies
Ancient Sandals -
First-rate software that teaches the geographical regions and sites of
Israel and Jordan. The website makes much of the valuable content
available for free.
Biblical Backgrounds - James Monson has been producing premier biblical
geography teaching and study aids for decades. This organization
publishes his latest material, including Regions on the Run.
Israel Nature & National Parks Protection Authority - The official
government organization that supervises Israel’s nature reserves and
national parks. Provides articles and information on all the reserves and
parks in the county.
BibleWalks.com -
Featuring numerous sites in Galilee and northern Israel, including
explanations and photos of the sites including galleries of photos of the
Sea of
Galilee,
Nazareth,
and the
Jezreel Valley.
Jerusalem Studies
Hot Sites - Jerusalem - Extensive collection of links to sites about
Jerusalem by Jacob Richman.
Jerusalem Archaeological Park - Interactive maps, virtual
reconstruction models, an interactive timeline, biographies, and excerpts
from historical sources provide a wealth of knowledge on the archaeology of
Jerusalem.
Leen Ritmeyer's Temple Mount - The official webpage of Ritmeyer
Archaeological Design. Slide sets, CD-ROMs, posters, and books related to
the Temple can be purchased here. Some of Ritmeyer’s research is also
presented.
Asia Minor Studies
AllAboutTurkey - Information on various sites in Turkey, the history of
the region, and historical personalities who passed through there.
Ancient & Biblical Lands: Turkey - A licensed Turkish tour guide who
provides resources on historical periods and people, as well as several
useful maps.
Seven Churches Network
- Articles on the biblical history of Asia Minor
and on the experiences of Paul, John, and Peter in that region. Also
includes works by early scholars and explorers.
Apostle Paul and the Earliest Churches - A useful resource for
animated, interactive maps of Paul's missionary journeys. Also includes
timelines and a video about Paul's life.
Philip A. Harland - Associations, Synagogues, and Congregations - A
wealth of information on the culture, religions, and geography of the
Greco-Roman world, focusing particularly on Asia Minor. Also provides
pictures of certain sites.
Archaeological Resources
Archaeological Excavations in Israel - Hosted by the Israel Ministry of
Foreign Affairs, this site provides information on digs happening this year
that anyone can volunteer on.
ArchNet - A virtual library of on-line resources related to not only
Near Eastern archaeology but archaeology world wide.
Artifax - A newsletter covering “the latest discoveries and
developments in Biblical Archaeology and related subjects.” A
subscription is inexpensive and recommended.
Associates for Biblical Research - An organization dedicated to
“Demonstrating through field work the historical reliability of the
Scriptures.” Basic information related to biblical archaeology from a
conservative perspective can be
found here. This organization is headed by Dr. Bryant Wood.
Bible and Interpretation - A site devoted to covering the latest news
and discussions related to biblical studies. Also includes numerous
valuable essays
related to archaeology.
Biblical Archaeology Society - Publisher of Biblical Archaeology
Review, Bible Review, and Archaeological Odyssey. Their
website contains information about current issues of their magazines,
travel/study activities, merchandise, and other features.
Biblical Studies Info - Links to a variety of sites about the Bible,
biblical places, apologetics, archaeology, and other information.
Historic Figures Associated with the PEF
- Several brief biographies of explorers and archaeologists including
Charles Wilson, Charles Warren, T.E. Lawrence, and Kathleen Kenyon.
Int'l Symposium on Archaeology & Bible - Annual archaeological
conference that regards the Bible as a reliable historical document.
Near Eastern Archaeological Society - An evangelical, scholarly
society. Publishes the Near East Archaeology Society Bulletin and
Artifax.
New Testament Gateway - Directory of annotated links related to New
Testament studies. Includes a list of sites on archaeological studies
and maps.
Resource Pages for Biblical Studies - An extensive collection of links
related to biblical (primarily New Testament) studies. Includes a
subsection on “Archaeology of ancient cultures”
here.
Scriptorium - A variety of studies related to the New Testament world,
featuring discussions and reproductions of ancient manuscripts such as the
Dead Sea Scrolls.
Images
BibleLandPictures.com - The website of Zev Radovan, a premier
photographer of archaeological sites and artifacts in Israel. These
photos are available for licensing for commercial works.
EIKON Image Database - Collection of paintings and photographs related
to biblical characters, events, and places.
HolyLandPhotos.org - The work of Bethel College professor Carl
Rasmussen, this site features several thousand digital photos of biblical
sites.
Israel and Jerusalem Photo Album - Free images of popular tourist spots
in Israel.
Middle East Photograph Archive - Collection of old photographs
presented by the Middle East Department of the University of Chicago.
National Photo Collection - Israel - Collection of photographs taken by
the Israeli Government Press Office over the course of the state’s
existence. Some photos from before 1948 are also included.
Preserving Bible Times - A collection of images and video clips of
sites in Israel can be purchased here. The aerial footage by this
organization is particularly impressive.
The Virtual Bible - A unique resource that recreates the biblical world
through computer graphics. The creators of the project attempt to include
the insights of archaeological research.
The Virtual World Project - Impressive collection of 360 degree images
arranged as virtual tours of selected sites. The project will eventually
include images from Greece, Turkey, Cyprus, Syria, Israel, Jordan, and
Egypt.
Maps
Bible Mapper - A new mapping
program that helps to create custom maps of the biblical lands during
various periods of history.
Biblical Backgrounds - James Monson has been producing premier biblical
geography teaching and study aids for decades. This organization
publishes his latest material, including Regions on the Run.
Historic Cities: Maps and Documents - Historical maps and pictures of
cities around the world.
Historical Maps of the Middle East - Collection of links related to
maps of the Middle East.
Biblical Studies
Biblical Heritage Center - An “open-minded” site that provides numerous
links on topics related to society’s biblical heritage.
Biblical Studies Foundation - Various resources on the Bible, theology,
and church life. Also the “Home of the NET Bible,” a free Bible
translation with extensive notes.
Biblical Studies Info - Links to a variety of sites about the Bible,
biblical places, apologetics, archaeology, and other information.
Biblical Ulpan - A unique way to learn Biblical Hebrew through
immersion and conversational techniques. Also provides resources for
learning Koine Greek.
Centre for the Study of Biblical Research - Educational organization
devoted to providing pastors and other Christians with access to scholarly
research.
eBibleTeacher
- Various computer resources for Sunday School
classes and church services including PowerPoint backgrounds, graphics, and
worship songs.
Electronic Christian Media - Producers of “The Biblical Scroll,
Interactive Study Bible.” The site includes access to general information
on biblical topics
here.
En-Gedi Resource Center - Intending to be “a source of living water,”
this Christian organization provides numerous articles on various biblical
topics written with the Jewish context of the Scriptures in mind.
New Testament Gateway - Directory of annotated links related to New
Testament studies. Includes links to texts and translations.
Old Testament Gateway
- Intended to complement the New Testament
Gateway website, this site contains a directory of annotated links related
to Old Testament studies. Includes a lengthy section on the Ancient
Near East
here.
Resource Pages for Biblical Studies - An extensive collection of links
related to biblical (primarily New Testament) studies.
SpiritandTruth.org - Features free online bible study aids and teaching
from a conservative dispensational perspective. Includes a great list of
links
here.
The Old Testament and Ancient Near East - Website of Ralph W. Klein,
editor of the journal Currents in Theology and Mission. The site
includes essays and translations by Klein and numerous links organized by
subject.
Biblical Backgrounds
Ancient & Biblical Lands Turkey - A licensed Turkish tour guide who
provides resources on historical periods and people, as well as several
useful maps.
Bible History Online - An extensive collection of links related to
biblical history.
Bible-Time.com - A detailed
chronology of the biblical and ancient world, designed especially for
teachers, with PowerPoint files. The first volume available covers
the years of Babylonian rule (634-525 B.C.).
Biblical Backgrounds - Publisher of Regions on the Run and its
associated study materials. These resources present a study of the
geography and history of the Bible.
Biblical Israel
- A three part video series on the geography and history of the
Bible.
Jerusalem Perspective - A site devoted to studying the historical
context behind Jesus’ life and words. Numerous articles are available from
a variety of authors.
Into His Own
- Excerpts from primary sources and essays on various topics intended to
provide a historical context to the New Testament.
Livius - Articles on Ancient History
- Various
articles by a Dutch scholar on the history of various nations, including
Judea, Egypt, and Greece.
Resource Pages for Biblical Studies - An extensive collection of links
related to biblical (primarily New Testament) studies. Includes a section
on “Aspects of the Greco-Roman Social World”
here.
Scriptorium - A variety of studies related to the New Testament world,
featuring discussions and reproductions of ancient manuscripts such as the
Dead Sea Scrolls.
The Old Testament and Ancient Near East - Website of Ralph W. Klein,
editor of the journal Currents in Theology and Mission. Includes
studies and translations by Klein and numerous links organized by subject.
Travel Agencies
Gems in Israel - A resource for booking hotel reservations, getting
tourist information, or signing up for a package tour. Also provides
articles on many of Israel’s
places of interest.
The Near East Tourist Agency: The Holy Land for Christians - Extensive
explanation about the sites with great illustrations. Written by a tour
guide with an earned doctorate. Dr. Stephen Langfur also has a
three-part
biblical geography and history video series available at
www.biblicalisrael.com.
Last updated: January 2, 2007 |
