Biblical Archaeology

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Recovering the Material World of the Early Christians
In this essay, New Testament scholar Marianne Bonz explores the difficulties and challenges facing historians trying to piece together the world of ancient Christianity from fragmentary archaeological and literary evidence.

Physical Evidence of the Crucifixion
Archaeological discoveries offer new information about the Roman practice of crucifixion.

symposium . jesus' many faces . a portrait of jesus' world . storytellers . first christians . why did christianity succeed?
maps, archaeology & sources . discussion . bible history quiz . behind the scenes
teachers' guide . viewers' guide . press reaction . tapes, transcripts & events

published april 1998

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