Monthly Archives: November 2009

National Geographic’s The Holy Land Special Issue

Posted on November 25, 2009 by Leen Ritmeyer

While we were in the US, we noticed a special November 2009 issue of the National Geographic on The Holy Land. It has many interesting articles about the Holy Land, but it also has a previously published poster of the … Continue reading →

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Conferences and Lectures in New Orleans

Posted on November 25, 2009 by Leen Ritmeyer

My wife Kathleen and I enjoyed our time last week in New Orleans and even had time to sail on the Mississippi on the Steamboat Natchez. It was also interesting to listen to the many stories about the Katrina disaster … Continue reading →

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Lectures by Dr. Leen Ritmeyer

Posted on November 12, 2009 by Leen Ritmeyer

On Nov. 15th and 16th, I have been invited by Dr. Dennis Cole to lecture at the New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary on two topics: • The History and Archaeology of the Temple Mount in Jerusalem. • The History and … Continue reading →

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New excavations planned below the Western Wall Plaza

Posted on November 12, 2009 by Leen Ritmeyer

According to this report, new excavations are planned below the Western Wall Plaza. The present level would be supported by pillars and an additional underground area would be available for worship/visiting. Here is an artist’s impression: This is not a … Continue reading →

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Coins from ancient Jewish revolt found near Temple Mount on display

Posted on November 12, 2009 by Leen Ritmeyer

AP reported that an interesting collection of coins, which was found below the Herodian street along the Western Wall of the Temple Mount, is on display at the Davidson Centre. One coin, with a date palm portrayed on it, dates … Continue reading →

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A peek into excavations near the Temple Mount

Posted on November 8, 2009 by Leen Ritmeyer

Just over a week ago I led a tour through the Western Wall tunnels and saw some very deep excavations between the foundations of buildings which date from the Mamluk period (14th-15th Century AD). Excavations are continuing until bedrock is … Continue reading →

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New Discoveries Related to Temple Mount

Posted on November 6, 2009 by Leen Ritmeyer

Todd Bolen’s blog post gives an excellent overview of discoveries related to the Temple Mount. Worth reading! Bookmark to: Hide Sites $$(‘div.d273′).each( function(e) { e.visualEffect(‘slide_up’,{duration:0.5}) });

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