An Illustrated Guide to the Holy Land for Tour Groups, Students, and Pilgrims

by Lamontte M. Luker

As the geographic heart and soul of Judaism, Islam, and Christianity, the Holy Land has immense significance for the millions of visitors each year. But since the fifth century BC, enthusiastic and curious people have needed a guide as they travel to see the sites for themselves.This book is different because it not only gives the historical, archaeological descriptions wedded to the biblical text, but it is an appropriate resource for spiritual formation and cross-cultural dialog.Packed with the latest information, this book locates and introduces the reader to popular and less-familiar sites such as Bethlehem, Shepherds’ Field, Church of the Nativity, Roman Catholic Church of St. Catherine, the Herodium, Mount of Olives, Old City of Jerusalem, Wadi Kelt, Mt. Sinai, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the site of Church of St. Mary of the Latins, Temple Mount, El-Aksa Mosque, Dome of the Rock, Hezekiah's Tunnel, the traditional place of the Last Supper, Siloam Pool, the traditional tomb of King David, the house of Caiphas the High Priest, Shrine of the Book, Herod's Antonio Fortress, Golgotha, Bethany, Tomb of Lazarus, Bethphage, Pater Noster Church, Gethsemane, and many others. Each entry explains the history and topography of the site as well as its function and significance as it is linked to the relevant biblical passages.This book will not only inform you but help you better understand your faith. Journey to the Holy Land with indispensable archaeological information linked to the biblical story.

198 pages, Kindle Edition

First published November 19, 2013

Reviews

[Mel · Rating 4 out of 5]

An interesting travel book. Divided into regions, the key places to visit are described along with Biblical significance. This book adds detail that should help a traveler not choosing to explore as part of a group.

[Carlos A Gi · Rating 3 out of 5]

Basic guide

Basic guide
Needs a little more pictures to reference the wording and more maps of the region to identify places

[Lynn · Rating 5 out of 5]

It is a very detailed guide book with lots of good information.