Biblical Archaeology Review is the flagship publication of the Biblical Archaeology Society. For more than 40 years it has been making the world of archaeology in the lands of the Bible come alive for the interested layperson. Full of vivid images and articles written by leading scholars, this is a must read for anyone interested in the archaeology of the ancient Near East.
A favorite way for me to familiarize myself with a foreign culture is to sample its cuisine. Not only do you learn its ingredients and cooking methods, but also the setting in which meals are typically shared and with whom.
Which British diplomat, explorer, archaeologist and spy established the Baghdad Archaeological Museum?
Answer: Gertrude Bell
In an era when women were restricted in their movements and rights, Gertrude Bell (1868–1926) continually broke the mold and redefined what a woman could accomplish.
An early copy of the Ten Commandments sold for $850,000 last November.
