Hal Lindsey, the influential evangelical author renowned for his apocalyptic writings, passed away on November 25, 2024, at his home in Tulsa, Oklahoma, just two days after celebrating his 95th birthday. Born on November 23, …
Donald Trump’s victory over Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential race has sparked intense reflection among Democrats. Trump won by securing all seven swing states. His margin of victory, smaller than Biden’s in 2020, underscores …
What does a Roman centurion and an artist have in common with an ancient
mosaic from the Holy Land more than 1,800 years ago? All are featured in
the Megiddo Mosaic on display at the Museum of the Bible in an exhibit
considered to be the oldest display of Christian faith in the world. The
museum opened seven years ago this month.
All Saints’ Day, celebrated by Christians worldwide, honors martyrs and saints. Rooted in ancient traditions, this holiday overlaps with Halloween’s origins, which trace back to the Celtic festival of Samhain. According to Michigan State University …
President Joe Biden delivered a formal apology to Indigenous communities for the historical role of the U.S. government in the Native American Boarding School system. Speaking at Gila River Crossing School near Phoenix, Biden addressed …
In response to the alarming findings of a recent inquiry, the Irish government has announced an official investigation into historical abuse in religious-run day and boarding schools. This decision follows the release of an 802-page, …
Religious Roots Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium, originally built as the Union Gospel Tabernacle in 1892, has transformed from a religious gathering place to one of America’s most iconic music venues. Founded by riverboat captain Tom Ryman …
Israeli archaeologists have unearthed a nearly 3,000-year-old stone seal dating back to the time of Solomon’s temple. The discovery was made near the Southern Wall of the Temple Mount in Jerusalem, in the Davidson Archaeological …
During the COVID-19 pandemic, many American churches transitioned to online services, yet Orthodox Christians largely resisted this shift. Their traditional liturgy, which includes physical rituals such as processions, incense, and shared Communion, continued in person …
Dura-Europos, an ancient city along the Euphrates River, was once a stronghold of the Roman Empire. Among its many archaeological treasures is a building long believed to be the oldest house church, dating back to …