Heart Of The Holy Land

Whether or not you've been to the Holy Land, you already roam the land vicariously whenever you read the Bible, a book that is immersed in the landscape of ancient Israel, jam-packed with geographical language and imagery. If you have been there, you've also encountered the land personally and embraced its living reality-its storied landscapes, excavated remains from Bible times, and people whose ancestral roots in these Sands reach back hundreds or thousands of years. In these 40 engaging reflections, author Paul Wright brings fresh geographical, historical, and archaeological insights to biblical stories and contemporary situations alike. Each reflection speaks to the heart through a familiar Bible passage, invaluable historical and geographical context, and beautiful photographs. 40 meditations on the places and people of the Holy Land, Over 120 photos of the Holy Land, 6 detailed maps with key sites, Insights into specific Bible stories and moments in the life of Jesus, Experiences of contemporary life, celebration, and conflict, Tools to deepen your Bible study, And much more! Book jacket.

When Ruth Everhart was given the opportunity to travel to the Holy Land as one of several ministers taking part in a documentary about pilgrimage, she jumped at the opportunity. Little did she know just how demanding -- yet ultimately rewarding -- her transformation from Presbyterian minister, wife, and mom to pilgrim would be. Candid, down-to-earth, and delightful, Ruth recounts her experiences in Chasing the Divine in the Holy Land, inviting readers to journey alongside her on an unforgettable Holy Land pilgrimage. Watch the trailer:

In The Holy Land in Observant Franciscan Texts (c. 1480–1650): Theology, Travel, and Territoriality Marianne P. Ritsema van Eck charts the development of a heterogeneous but recognizably Observant Franciscan literature about the Holy Land.

Holy Land? draws us into the evocative landscape of the Holy Land itself. Sacred yet scarred, the lands of the Bible stimulate us to think about a range of issues that are both urgent and timeless. In Jerusalem, 'a veritable melting pot of cultures', we meditate on the question, 'What is home?' At the River Jordan, where John the Baptist delivered his radical call to repentance and baptism, we ask, 'Who am I?' In the cave of Christ's burial and resurrection in the Holy Sepulchre, we wonder, 'How can I face the darkness?' Confronted by the vast desolation of the desert, we cry, 'Dare I be alone with God?' And negotiating the obstacle-strewn Road to Emmaus, we consider, 'Am I ready for change?' Holy Land? will benefit those preparing to undertake a physical pilgrimage to the Holy Land, and those seeking a spiritual resource to deepen the life of faith and discipleship.

Offers an integrated theological vision of the Old and New Testaments that highlights the pattern of God's work through scripture.

Two worshippers with the heart of David walk together through Israel.one journaling his first experiences as a pilgrim, the other offering insights from his years of dwelling in the Land. Join Chuck King and Dennis Jernigan as they share together their unique perspectives on a journey through the Land of the Bible.

This Bible Study is for anyone who is planning to travel to the Holy Land, who has made a trip to the Holy Land, or for those who are dreaming of a trip to the Holy Land. Twelve holy sites in Israel are presented from a Biblical perspective within an engaging do-it-yourself type Bible Study. This is an ideal study to prepare for the 'trip of a life time, ' to better understand the importance of the sites you will see as you walk through the land. One of the most frequent comments travelers to the Holy Land make upon returning from the trip is, " I wish I had studied more before the trip so that I could fully understand what I experienced." This book is just the beginning of your understanding. For those who have made the trip, this study will bring back sights and sounds you experienced in Israel. Study the Gates of Jerusalem, the Temple Mount, Mount Tabor, Megiddo, the Pool of Bethesda and others. Also included on this book is general information for travelers, "Reasons to Travel to the Holy Land, A-Z," and "Glossary of Terms Every Tourist Needs to Know."