by Dr. John DeLancey | Jan 20, 2023 | Archaeology, Historical Geography, Israel Tour
DAY 5 – FRIDAY, JANUARY 20: MASADA, EIN GEDI, JERICHO, DEAD SEA We enjoyed a sunny day once again today as we travels took us up the coastline of the Dead Sea. The temperatures were a bit warmer, with highs in the mid 70s. We read from Psalm 18:1-2 (metzada)...
by Dr. John DeLancey | Nov 7, 2022 | Archaeology, Historical Geography, Israel Tour, Judean Desert
Day 7 – Monday, November 7: Masada, Ein Gedi, Qumran, Wilderness of Judah, Jerusalem Today was a “desert day,” with warmer temps and hazy sun. This region is sure different than the regions in the north. Before breakfast most in the group enjoyed a “sunrise float” in...
by Dr. John DeLancey | Aug 9, 2022 | Archaeology, Context and Culture of the Bible, Historical Geography, Israel Tour
Day 6 – Tuesday, August 9: Beth Shean, Jericho, Qumran, Dead Sea Today we left the Sea of Galilee area and headed south to the area of the Dead Sea. The temps were once again hot, with a high in the low 100s this afternoon. After checking out of the hotel, we...
by Dr. John DeLancey | Jun 17, 2022 | Archaeology, Context and Culture of the Bible, Historical Geography, Israel Tour
Day 5 – Friday, June 17: Masada, Engedi, Qumran, Dead Sea, Wadi Qelt We enjoyed a great sunrise this morning at 5 a.m., with the runners of the race taking off towards Masada. It would be another sunny day today (as expected for June and all summer long) as our...
by Dr. John DeLancey | May 13, 2022 | Israel Tour
Day 7 – Friday, May 13: Masada, Ein Gedi, Qumran, Wilderness of Judah, Jerusalem Today was a hot day here in the area of the Dead Sea, though it would be a bit cooler when we arrived in Jerusalem late this afternoon. Today was “desert day” in this unique part...