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On Crucifixion —

What is the cultural and Christian significance of death by crucifixion?

On Crucifixion —

What is the cultural and Christian significance of death by crucifixion?

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It is difficult for the modern reader of the Bible to fully understand many of the New Testament references to crucifixion. Today, crucifixion isn’t primarily associated with the ancient practice, but rather as synonymous with Jesus Christ. The cross has become an enduring symbol of Christianity, associated with the peace
Jesus in Eusebius —

Examining extra-biblical evidence for the life of Jesus of Nazareth.

Jesus in Eusebius —

Examining extra-biblical evidence for the life of Jesus of Nazareth.

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Although unbelieving scholars have tried very hard over the years to deny the historical existence of Jesus Christ, including His life, death, and resurrection, this has proven very difficult, if not impossible. One of the main reasons for this is that several historical documents and ancient inscriptions attest to His
Remains of the Temple Mount —

What artifacts did archaeologists uncover from the last Jewish Temple?

Remains of the Temple Mount —

What artifacts did archaeologists uncover from the last Jewish Temple?

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The last Jewish Temple to stand on the Temple Mount in Jerusalem was destroyed in AD70 by the Roman military as a response to a rebellion of the people. The Temple and Temple complex that was destroyed was the one that features on the pages of the New Testament. Herod
The Old Testament Missionary —

The Protestant Reformation and the Gospel significance of the first Jewish missionary

The Old Testament Missionary —

The Protestant Reformation and the Gospel significance of the first Jewish missionary

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In early October, I was invited by Pastor Rod and Ryan to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation at Wycliffe College in the heart of Toronto. The conference was chock-full of Reformation scholars; each presentation reinforced the other by highlighting the gapping contrast between our modernized sense of