The Empty Tomb of Lazarus in Bethany
Absalom! Absalom!
William Faulkner borrowed the title of his famous novel from King David’s cry of distress when he learned of the death of his rebellious son Absalom. For several centuries, the collective memory of this biblical passage has crystallized around a funerary...
Abraham in Beersheba: 7 wells, 7 sheep, and 1 covenant
Today, the Negev Desert (or Neguev) is visited for several reasons. Its erosion craters, or Makhteshim — the most famous being Makhtesh Ramon — attract geology enthusiasts from around the world. The exceptional clarity of its sky makes the Negev a privileged location...