by Dr. John DeLancey | Mar 27, 2023 | Archaeology, Historical Geography, Israel Tour
Day 9 – Monday, March 27: Masada, Ein Gedi, Qumran, Jericho, Wilderness of Judah Today was a “desert day” in the Judean Desert. The weather was perfect once again, with full sun and highs in the 70s. We saw four archaeological sites in addition to driving up...
by Dr. John DeLancey | Feb 24, 2023 | Archaeology, Historical Geography, Israel Tour
Day 6 – Friday, February 24: Masada, Ein Gedi, Jericho, Wilderness of Judah/Wadi Qelt, Jerusalem Today was a day spent in the Judean Desert! This unique region of Israel offers many connections to historical and biblical events. The weather was again very nice,...
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...
