Articles related to "Damascus"

Paul made a brave escape when his life was endangered in Damascus. Teach your preschoolers about this Bible story with these lesson ideas.

The 16th century Damascus Gate, one of a number of entry points allowing passageway through Jerusalem's ancient walls, is the largest and most ornate of the Old City gate

Why travel on the Hejaz railway? The train between Jordan and Syria. The background, history, practicalities and experience of the Middle East's most famous train

Damascus, Syria is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and home to the Umayyad Mosque, one of the great holy sites of Islam.

The Great Smoky Mountains and the Blue Ridge meet in Southwest Virginia. Natural beauty, healthful exercise, and cultural amenities abound at the Abingdon trailhead.

Diana Darke has specialised in the Middle East for thirty plus years and has been visiting Syria since 1978. The Bradt Guide to Syria is her tenth book.

In the first year of the 20th century the Ottoman sultan ordered the start of building work on the Hejaz railway to allow easier access for pilgrims to the holy places.

Schedules, departure times, price information, and useful hints for travelling on the Hejaz Railway from Damascus to Amman and visa versa.

Big Brown's sire and dam were grandsired by the great Canadian racer Northern Dancer, a Triple Crown contender in 1964, as Brown is now 44 years later.

The myth of Blood Libel, despite its incredulity in modern times, has persisted for centuries and has been the source of much violent anti-Semitism.

One of the top Iraqi poets, Abdel Wahab al-Bayati, died in Damascus in 1999. He is credited with modernizing Arabic poetry, departing from the older classical forms.

When you open yourself to the divine and request guidance, don't be surprised if humor, irreverent, symbolic or cryptic answers are the results.

The Decapolis was a confederation of ten contiguous cities, with the exception of Damascus, on what was then the edge of the Roman Empire in north eastern Palestine.

Since Nehemiah's reconstruction of Jerusalem's city walls, the gates to this holy place have had a special significance for Jerusalem's citizens and its many visitors.

Opera 'Armide' by Christoph Willibald von Gluck: plot synopsis, character list, and other Gluck opera information.

King Herod the Great, born c 73 BCE, was a central character in the history of the Jewish people. Early chroniclers have allowed a fascinating glimpse into his life.

The apostle Paul went from persecuting Christians to being Christianity's most influential evangelist. The book of Acts tells the story of this dedicated servant of God.

The Syrian town of Bosra has a history as a Nabataean and Roman provincial capital, an important garrison town and a major centre of Byzantine Christianity

Secret Savings died on Christmas Day, but was one of the most successful imported racehorses and sires to have been sent ot Australia.

The Shroud of Turin is a linen cloth that bears the image of a man who has been traumatized in a manner consistent with crucifixion.

Armida, an Italian heroic opera (dramma eroica) by Joseph Haydn: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Haydn opera information.

He spent most of his adult life fighting the enemies of his people in hopes of building a nation for Arabs.

T E Lawrence's role as a British liaison officer during the Arab Revolt of 1916-1918 was immortalised in the 1962 film, "Lawrence of Arabia", starring Peter O'Toole.

Israel fought four wars with its Arab neighbors. Every time Israel's very survival was at stake.

Read this book on Middle East Travel stories by Maliha Masood. She buys a one-way ticket and flight to the Arab world: Egypt, Jordan, Syria and Turkey.

Triple Crown winners have great pedigrees, and Big Brown is favored here, as well. His daddy, Boundary, and his dam, Mien, trace to Northern Dancer and Round Table.

Rinaldo, an Italian opera drama by George Frideric Handel: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Handel opera information.

A special tribunal established to investigate the 2005 assassination of Lebanese Prime Minister Rafiq Hariri officially began its work on Sunday, March 1, 2009.

Before visting Jerusalem without the help of a tour group, be sure you're familiar with the Old City's four different quarters.

King Asa of Judah convinced Ben-Hadad of Aram to make war against Israel. The Bible record in 1st Kings and 2nd Chronicles leaves the timing of this unclear.

Within the far-flung empire that grew out of the conquests of Islamic armies after the 7th century AD, art, science and scholarship reached brilliant heights

Within the far-flung empire that grew out of the conquests of Islamic armies after the 7th century AD, art, science and scholarship reached brilliant heights.

Iraq is the historic site of the fight for control of Islam between what is known today as the Sunnis and Shi'ites, the two major branches of the religion.

President of the United States Barack Obama and Pope Benedict XVI met for the first time at the Vatican, Friday afternoon, July 20.

Christian mysticism has long since been embraced by the Eastern Church, demonstrating that correct implementation will produce a deeper relationship with one's Creator.

Bosra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and once ancient capital of the Roman province of Arabia, lies 120 kilometres south of the Syrian city of Damascus.

A Breeders' Cup card pumped up to include 14 races this year garners full television coverage. Some top level male two-year-olds will get long scrutiny in the Juvenile.

Save money for shopping in the Middle East by booking bargain deals on the internet with low cost carriers from London, Dublin, Prague, Budapest, Mumbai & Karachi.

The Crac des Chevaliers (Arabic Qal'at al-Hosn) in Syria, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the best-preserved examples of Crusader military architecture.

2007 HOY, Curlin, and rider Robby Albarado face a stiff challenge in Dubai's Classic, the world's richest Thoroughbred race. They will compete with the best on March 29.

When incorporating spiritual healing in anorexia and bulimia recovery, a book like this one uses eating disorder Christian treatment to promote positive body image.

The Amarna tablets are a unique collection of writings from the Egyptian New Kingdom, scribed in the 14th century BCE and re-discovered by Egyptian peasants in 1887.

T.E. Lawrence is considered as one of the greatest heroes of World War 1 as well as being a great author and poet. His role in the Great War is still prevalent today.

Only eleven Thoroughbreds have captured all three classics in the Triple Crown series. Also, just eleven horses could win only the first and the last of the three races.

The announced resignation of Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert could result in new troubles and delayed peace negotiations in an already volatile region.

The Nabateans are remembered today for their ingenious water aqueducts and impressive architectural buildings in Petra, Jordan.

Though difficult for a beginner gamer to master, Assassin's Creed provides an experience of exhilarating movement and stunning scenery.

The first art gallery in New South Wales opened in Broken Hill in 1904 and the town has become a major centre for artists, which include many fine Aboriginal painters.

The Vatican has approved a cartoon DVD, detailing the life of former pontiff John Paul II, subtitled The Friend of All Humanity.

Like a good earthly father wants to provide for his children, God wants people to look heavenward for solutions to all of their problems.