Why was Capernaum exalted to heaven?

What Jesus Did After His Resurrection

The story of Jesus' resurrection from the tomb is well known. Less well known is the story of the 40 days preceding his ascension. Read here to find out more.

Bringing Safed (Tzfat), Israel to life through the Artza Holy Land blog

Explore the Holy Land through the Artza Holy Land blog. A pilgrimage through the country and discover the beauty and culture of the birthplace of Christianity.

Why Was the Galilee Important to Jesus?

Many wonder what makes Galilee in Israel so important. Read this post to find out the significance and why Jesus spent most of his time there and what he did.

Palm Sunday: Celebrating Jesus’ Triumphal Entry Into Jerusalem

Palm Sunday marks the start of the Holy Week. An important time in the life of Christ and Christians alike. Read further to find out more about it.

Why Judas Betrayed Jesus

How did Judas betray Jesus, and why? What was Judas and Jesus' relationship like? And why did God allow the betrayal to happen? We explore this strange story.

The Importance of the Sea of Galilee in the Bible

The Sea of Galilee plays an important role in the Bible as it is the place where Jesus performed most of his miracles and ministries.

Why Did Jesus Cleanse the Temple in Jerusalem?

What was the temple whip? Who were the money-changers? And what lessons do we learn from the story of Jesus cleansing the temple in Jerusalem?

Why Is Nazareth Important in Christianity?

Nazareth is mentioned only twelve times in the Bible and yet remains important to Christians. What makes Nazareth so special? Read this post to find out.

Why Was Jesus Crucified?

This post covers the topic of Jesus' crucifixion and explores the political and religious reasons for its occurrence.

What Did Jesus Eat at the Last Supper?

The Last Supper is a famous story that people have at least heard of. But what did Jesus actually eat at the Last Supper? Let's find out.

Why was Jesus Christ born in Israel?

I've been wondering why God chose Israel for Jesus to be born in and not another country or continent? Why Israel specifically?

What is the significance of gold frankincense and myrrh in Jesus' time?

How did the city of Capernaum get its name?

Is the Church of the Nativity really where Jesus was born?

Hi, I thought Jesus was born in December in a barn in Bethlehem, Jerusalem. But recently, I've been told he was born in the Church of Nativity? Is this church also in Israel? Am I missing a big c

How does the story of Jonah relate to the story of Jesus?

What does Jonah's story tell us and how does it foreshadow that of Jesus' story?

Who were the 12 disciples of Jesus?

What were the designated apostles' names?

Did the Pharisees believe in Jesus?

I've been wondering: What was the relationship between Jesus Christ and the Pharisees? If they did not believe in Jesus, what did the Pharisees believe in?

Did the angel of Gabriel have a message for Jesus?

Is there a place in the bible where the Angel Gabriel had a message for Jesus? If so, in which verses can this be read?

New covenant: Did Jeremiah speak about Jesus?

If so, what did the prophet have to say about Jesus?

How does the Bible describe angels?

Are there different types of Angels?