From Torah Scrolls that survived WWII, to Jewish marriage contracts, the Museum of Biblical and Sacred Writings is bringing the ancient world to light.
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This evening at sundown begins the holiday of Purim! It celebrates when Jews were saved from extermination in Persia, as told in the book of Esther.
Click the link for more details!
http://www.chabad.org/holidays/purim/default_cdo/jewish/Purim.htm
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Looking to make an impact on the local community this holiday season? Consider donating to the Museum of Biblical and Sacred Writings as we continue our effort to bring quality, educational exhibits to the Southern California community.
http://www.sacredwritings.org/support-ck54
The Museum of Biblical & Sacred Writings exists to promote the study of ancient historical texts, archaeological artifacts, and ancient writings.
Shanah Tovah!!!
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The High Holy Days begin!
Our very own director, Dr. Giacumakis, is being honored with the Nehemiah Award from the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem this October for his service to Israel and the people! Who better than to lead the upcoming study tour! Time is running out to put in the deposit and we wouldn't want you to miss this opportunity! See the link for further details and download the registration form.
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Interested in studying abroad or just exploring the land of the Bible? Check out the itinerary for the upcoming study tour!
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January 2017 History on the Move Study Tour
Have you ever wondered what the Temple Mount would have looked like two millennium ago? Recent archeological work now reveals what the floor would have looked like, giving a hint of the splendor and care in which the Temple was built.
http://www.haaretz.com/jewish/archaeology/1.740548
Experts recreate geometrically patterned marble floor tiles by piecing together ancient fragments of stone. The result recalls the Talmudic teaching that 'whoever has not seen Herod's building has not seen a beautiful building in his life.'
From the Desk of the Director:
Dear Friends of the Museum,
This past week we met with Dr. Scott Moffatt to discuss the construction of modular display cases. These cases would allow the Museum to set up exhibits in universities and other institutions that may not own their own cases, in addition to allowing the Museum to setup our own exhibits to be displayed in the Biola Professional Building Conference Room. The construction of these cases would help pursue the mission and goal of this Museum by allowing us to install more exhibits in more places, which will lead to a greater presence in the Southern California community and the eventual establishment of a permanent Museum location.
These cases, five in total, would be made in a way to allow them to be taken apart for transport. Their design will be reminiscent of many of the cases used at institutions like the Getty Museum and the Huntington Library. Every case will have the capacity to display Torah Scrolls, as well as other artifacts, allowing for versatility in exhibits and displays. The total cost for each case is approximately $1,000 and with the commission of five cases, brings the total cost to $5,000.
We bring this to your attention as we are beginning the process of fundraising, and ask if any of you would consider donating any sum to help fund this project. We firmly believe that these cases will help strengthen the Museum’s mission and advance the goal to educate and inspire. We ask you to please prayerfully consider this request and if you have any questions regarding this project please feel free to contact us. If you would like to donate, checks can be made out to the Museum of Biblical and Sacred Writings.
Warm Regards,
George Giacumakis
Director
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Have you seen this yet! Though the discovery was made several years ago, the announcement of the Philistine Cemetery excavation is a watershed moment for Archeologists and Biblical scholars world wide!
http://news.nationalgeographic.com/2016/07/bible-philistine-israelite-israel-ashkelon-discovery-burial-archaeology-sea-peoples/
An unprecedented find in southern Israel may finally reveal the origins of one of the Hebrew Bible's greatest villains.
Tonight at sundown marks the end of Shavuot, the holiday celebrating when God gave the Torah to the Jewish people on Mount Sinai. Click the link to find out more about this important holiday! http://www.chabad.org/library/article_cdo/aid/111377/jewish/Shavuot.htm
Shavuot marks the giving of the Torah on Mt. Sinai. The Ten Commandments are read in synagogues, just as they were in the desert on Mt. Sinai over 3,300 years ago.
Good news! Torah: The Story of the Scrolls has been approved for an extended engagement at the Biola University Library! If you haven't been able to check it out yet, here's your chance!
Today marks the 72nd anniversary of the Normandy Landings, the spearhead of Operation Overlord that began the liberation of Western Europe from N**i Germany.
http://www.britannica.com/event/Normandy-Invasion
During World War II, the Allied invasion of western Europe, which was launched on June 6, 1944 (the most celebrated D-Day of the war), with the simultaneous landing of U.S., British,...
Even after 60 years from their initial discovery, the Dead Sea continues to offer up clues to the past.
http://www.antiquities.org.il/article_eng.aspx?sec_id=25&subj_id=240
Tomorrow night begins Passover! Visit the Museum's exhibit in the Biola Library to learn more about this important holiday!
Fantastic discovery of a glassworks factory in Israel!
The oldest glass kilns in the country were fortuitously exposed in an excavation conducted by the Israel Antiquities Authority and financed by the Netivei Is...
Interested in studying abroad or just looking for an exciting vacation? History on the Move is for you!
Check out the new flyer for the January 2017 HistoryOnTheMove study tour! Click here for a printable version of the flyer, and visit www.historyonthemove.com fo...
http://www.antiquities.org.il/article_eng.aspx?sec_id=17&sub_subj_id=661
An interesting online exhibit on the maritime history of Israel. Brought to you by the Israel Antiquities Authority.
Due to its geographic location the Land of Israel served as a meeting point for ships, goods and merchants, as well as armies and foreign populations that settled there over the course of history. All of these left behind abundant evidence of extensive maritime activity and habitation along the coas…
Happy Purim!
The Persian empire extended over 127 lands, and all the Jews were its subjects . . . Thus starts the miraculous-yet-natural story of Purim . . .
An interesting new discovery in Israel! Take a look at this video produced by the Israel Antiquities Authority to find out more!
Dr. Donald T. Ariel, head curator of the coin department at the Israel Antiquities Authority, is excited about the new find. watch here:
Here it is! The Copper Scroll! (A part of it at least). Stop by to investigate this unique piece of history!
A new addition to the Museum has arrived! Can you guess what's inside? Hint: It's metal and was found in Qumran.
Too busy to read all the information at the Torah Exhibit or just want a free souvenir? You're in luck! Booklets on the Exhibit have been placed in the library for your reading pleasure! Take one for you or snag one for a friend (maybe even one for that special someone for Valentines day)! Stop by today!
It's here! Torah: The Story of the Scrolls is now open! Stop by the Biola University Library to explore this new exhibit!
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A little teaser for Torah: The Story of the Scrolls.
Merry Christmas, from the Museum family to yours.
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Happy Hanukkah!
Exhibit Update #1: Museum staff met today with the Dean of the Biola Library, Dr. Geary, and the Head of Library Events, Ms. Knight, to discuss the upcoming Torah exhibit. We are encouraged to know that the Library administration cares for these scrolls just as much as we do! As always, be on the lookout for more updates as we work to complete Torah: The Story of the Scrolls.
Breaking News: The Museum has been approved to build a Torah Scroll exhibit in the Biola Library for the 2016 Spring semester! Keep an eye out for updates as we begin preparing for the exhibit, Torah: The Story of the Scrolls.
On this day in 1938
The shattered stained glass windows of the Zerrennerstrasse synagogue after its destruction on Kristallnacht. Pforzheim, Germany, ca. November 10, 1938.
Today marks the 50th anniversary of Nostra Aetate. For more information about this important document and how it changed the relationship between the Jews and the Catholic Church see the article below.
“Nostra Aetate” (“In our times”) is a fundamental Vatican II document now celebrating its 50th anniversary, marked this week in Rome by two major events: a symposium at the Pontifical Gregorian University October 26-28 with leading Jewish, Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist and Catholic (Vatican) speakers, cro…
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The Museum had a great opportunity to set up a small Torah Scroll display at the Israel: A Light to the Nations Conference this past Saturday, where Dr. Giacumakis, the Museum Director, was a featured speaker!
For more information about conferences like this, visit songforisrael.org
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