Articles related to "Israelites"

Founded by Ben Ammi in the 1960s, The African Hebrew Israelite movement is a rejection of American culture and materialism.

According to the Hebrew Bible, Israelites focused more on life and living then what happened afterwards.

Matzo has historical, religious, and cultural importance to the Jewish people. Fried matzo, a traditional recipe, is a delicious meal to be tried by all.

John Betjeman's poem titled "Christmas" portrays the sour perspective of a doubter and misrepresents Jesus' birthplace.

Moses, a man of contradictions, led the Israelites through the desert to the Promised Land. During his journey, he became a lawgiver, killer, and a revered leader.

David rose from a humble shepherd boy, to a treasured confidant of King Saul, and eventual King of Israel. But, before David became King, Saul attempted to murder him.

The Old Testament makes it clear that Moses was neither a Hebrew nor an Israelite. Exodus 2:19 specifically refers to Moses as "an Egyptian".

Moses und Aron (Moses and Aron,) a German opera by Arnold Schoenberg: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Schoenberg opera information.

Jonathan Deutsch and Rachel Saks explore the complex universe of American Jewish cuisine in the latest volume of the Food Cultures in America series by Greenwood Press.

Few women are mentioned and thus honored within the genealogy of Old Testament characters. Rahab, the prostitute, was one of them. What was so special about her?

Thanksgiving was first celebrated by the Pilgrim settlers and it is likely that they consciously drew on a model well known to them from the Bible.

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.

Archaeological evidence supports the accuracy of Biblical accounts almost to King David's time. Why is the rest in doubt?

Questions related to some African population's claims of Jewish ancestry have resulted in several historical and scientific studies with interesting outcomes.

Mosè in Egitto (Moses in Egypt), an Italian tragic (seria) opera by Gioachino Rossini: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Rossini opera infor

Barabbas was a leader of an insurrection aimed specifically at Pilate. Pilate wished him dead, but was manipulated into setting him free and condemning the innocent Jesus

Jacob Neusner explains the history of Judaism from the first covenant to modern times, separating it into periods that can be more easily understood.

The first Sedar night of Passover is just around the corner. What do you know about this major Jewish holiday?

Want to know about the Bible but can't read it all? This condensed version highlights only the key events and characters in the first six books

Want to know about the Bible but can't read it all? This condensed version highlights only the key events and characters in each book of the Bible.

In the Grapes of Wrath, characters form their own religion as their lives parallel the Old Testament.

Many current theologies interpret Romans 9-11 as promoting the idea that God has "two tracks" of salvation - one Christian, one Jewish. But is this what Paul meant?

The first in a series of daily Advent devotions offers a short program of scripture reading, reflection on scripture, questions, and closing prayer.

Brief biography of CPE Bach, master of the keyboards, arguably, founder of modern piano-playing, and famous for "treatise on how to play the keyboard correctly."

There are seven, arguably eight biblical covenants if the Edenic one is included.

The Jews (Israelites) are among the most ancient races with a well-recorded history and a number of festivals celebrated since thousands of years. Purim is one of them.

Haunted houses, "trick or treating," scary costumes and horror movies are some of the trappings of Halloween celebrations. Should Christians be involved?

A brief summary of the life and musical career of one of ska's major frontrunners, Desmond Dekker.

The practice and ethics of human experimentation is not a modern phenomenon, but has origins in ancient medicine and culture.

A culinary tour through the spiritually diverse neighborhoods of North America and guide to finding God on the menu.

Through quotes and verses, the Bible shows insights how commerce and trading transpired and affected people's lives in ancient Biblical times.

Mankind lost a personal relationship with God because of their sin. The Bible reveals God's method for leading mankind back to reestablishing that personal relationship.

Help children learn that they can depend on God in every circumstance by using these lesson ideas on Moses Parts the Red Sea.

The olive tree and its byproducts have historical significance in the Bible and ancient lands, and specimens 2,000 years old may still thrive.

The ten plagues, which God used to devastate Egypt, revealed his power, punished Egypt for enslaving his people and demonstrated his superiority over the Egyptians' gods.

The host and wine celebrated during the Catholic mass is transformed into the body and blood of Jesus Christ and is the rememberance of the last supper.

An enormous amount of blood was shed in animal sacrifices in the worship services of ancient Israel. This Bible study looks at why God demanded blood to atone for sin.

Want to know about the Bible but can't read it all? This condensed version highlights only the key events and characters in each book.

A discussion of the Bible story of David and Goliath will help Christian youth to understand that faith in God is important and that He will provide for His people.

The first of the discoveries of cuneiform script, which reinforced the Old Testament story of the seige of Samaria, was made at the ruins of the Palace of Sargon II.

Author Christopher Hitchens has been making a career of condemning world religions, Christianity among them. This article will examine some of Hitchens' arguments.

Thanksgiving celebrations date back to ancient Greek and Roman times when they were called "harvest festivals." American tradition is deeply rooted in this ancestry.

The Great Pyramid of Giza remains to this day both intact and in surprisingly good shape. The reason for this, clearly, is its intrinsic structural stability.

God gave Israel the Ten Commandments to serve as a covenant, a moral guide to lead them to righteous living, an introduction to sin and a promise of something better.

King Saul appointed a young King David to the position of army general, but soon came to regret the decision.

The theme of waiting and eager anticipation seen throughout Scripture -- not only through Advent -- may provide a deeper understanding of the season.

Jesus needed no divine knowledge to realize his end would be the cross. He was threatened from the start, and he knew his disturbance in the temple would seal his fate.

Understandably emotional arguments about Israel and Palestine ignore or obscure indisputable facts. Acceptance of the truth might promote accommodation.

For many, the "born again" experience is a specific moment in time. For others, however, it's an ongoing way of life rather than a singular event.

By definition, "tithe" means one-tenth of the annual income of a person's land or yearly income. This money is paid as a tax or as a contribution to a church.