The Holy LandDetailed essays, extensive photos, and informative sidebars describe life in the ancient Holy Land, focusing on Jerusalem, Ashkelon, the Qumran, Herod, and the significant places of Jesus' life, showing the results of significant archaeological digs; also includes a time line and a bibliography. |
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A Painters Pilgrimage | 38 |
The Many Ages of Ashkelon | 75 |
The Treasures of Qumran | 109 |
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