Biblical Archaeology Review, Fall 2023
Features
The Millo: Jerusalem’s Lost Monument
Archaeologists have long searched for Jerusalem’s Millo, an ancient monument listed alongside the Temple of Yahweh and the royal palaces of David and Solomon in the Bible. But its exact nature and location have eluded us—until now. Join the hunt for the Millo and discover the latest archaeological evidence that may finally reveal its identity.Read more ›
Yahweh or Baal—Who Was the God of Northern Israel?
The Hebrew Bible denounces the Omride kings of the Northern Kingdom of Israel for their worship of the Phoenician storm god Baal and their failure to embrace Israel’s God Yahweh. However, historical sources reveal that the Omrides did indeed worship Yahweh but used imagery and language drawn from the more widely worshiped Baal.Read more ›
Constantinople: Christianity’s First Capital
For centuries, Constantinople (modern Istanbul) served as the capital of the Byzantine Empire and a major center of Christianity. The great city sat on the crossroads of the East and West, of Asia and Europe. Explore the city’s multilayered past, including its Roman, Christian, and Islamic heritage.Read more ›
Were Temple Offerings Buried at Qumran?
At Qumran’s cemetery, excavation revealed two graves that contained no human remains, only storage jars filled with date honey. Sealed and carefully buried among ordinary graves, these vessels likely reflect the religious beliefs of the Qumran community. Follow the evidence as our author unravels the meaning behind this mysterious practice.Read more ›