Ancient map collection of Israel a window into the Middle Ages. The maps are a unique window into how people thought of, dreamed of, and envisioned the Holy Land 500 years ago.

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - A group from Lubbock’s First United Methodist Church headed to the holy sites of Israel, Egypt, and the Mediterranean were abruptly stopped at sea as war broke out. Pastor Todd ...

The parchment they were studying was from the Codex Climaci Rescriptus, a collection of ancient texts found in Sinai, Egypt, which date back to the sixth century.

To reconstruct the history of ancient Israel, scholars turn to archaeological excavations, the Hebrew Bible and other discovered texts.

Conservative Christians’ strong connection to Israel forms the backbone of Republican support, and is tied to beliefs about biblical promises and prophecy. By Ruth Graham and Anna Betts Ruth ...

But Egypt’s treatment of its Jewish population in modern times is replete with repression, discrimination and at times bloody violence — especially during and after Israel’s establishment.

“Israel in Egypt” is hailed as one of Handel’s most dramatic and compelling oratorios, portraying the biblical tale with fervent emotion and intricate musicality. Tickets are $45-$35.