Teachings

An exploration of Jerusalem during the pilgrimage festivals and the traditions that shaped life within the city during these sacred seasons.

Discover the ancient pilgrimage routes leading to Jerusalem during the Second Temple period and the traditions surrounding the journey to the Temple.

Across the Land of Israel, ancient stone ascents still remain along old pathways leading toward Jerusalem – silent traces of the journeys once made by pilgrims travelling to the Temple.

A short introduction to Roman roads, their paving methods, milestones, and their role in travel and military movement throughout the Roman Empire.

Explore the ancient roads and pathways of the Land of Israel, from narrow agricultural tracks to pilgrimage routes leading toward Jerusalem during the Second Temple period.

Archaeological discoveries of Herodian oil lamps in the Galilee testify to the enduring connection between Jewish pilgrims and Jerusalem.

What happens to a people’s identity when culture, religion, and politics begin to pull in different directions? Exploring the crisis of identity that contributed to the rise of the Jewish sects.