Archives for June 2021

The walk along the famous Via Dolorosa (the route taken by Jesus on His way to the cross) ends at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre (subsequently “Church”). It is, quite authentically, the location of the crucifixion, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. It was built in the fourth century and has existed ever since, though not without a series of destructions and rebuilding over the centuries since then. A renewal of archaeological investigation has occurred in the past five years.

Here’s a chance to take advantage of some of what is happening at FaithSearch International.

Countless visitors to the Holy Land go to the Cenacle, to see the place where Jesus and His apostles shared the Last Supper (Mark 14:12-15). It may be the correct site; but there is another contender. 

No, not going out together. Rather, enjoying the same fruit He would have eaten – from a tree called the Judean Date Palm. Why would that be so unusual? The Judean Date Palm has been extinct for 1,000 years!

Chess has been popular in the West for centuries. It is thought to have originated in India during the Gupta Empire (A.D. 280-550) and to have been called chaturanga. It has changed names, designs, and rules since then. The current name “chess” is likely derived from an English corruption of the Persian word shah, meaning “king.”