End Times Explained: Great Tribulation, Anti-Christ, Ascension of Christ, Mt. of Olives, Rapture
See a biblical presentation of the end times. Learn about the Great Tribulation, Anti-Christ, Second Coming of Christ, Millennial Reign, and more. Filmed on location in Israel on the Mount of Olives, Jerusalem, at the Chapel of Ascension, where Christ spoke to His disciples about the end times.
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Mt. of Olives Overview Tour: Chapel of Ascension, Pater Noster Church, Dominus Flevit, Gethsemane
See the major events from the Bible that have taken place, and are prophesied to take place in the future on the Mt. of Olives.
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Location
The Mount of Olives is located just opposite the Temple Mount on the east side of Old City Jerusalem.
Historical Background
1. The Mount of Olives has played a significant role in the Bible.
2. It is from where Christ ascended back to heaven.
3. It is where Christ, along with all believers, will return to at Christ’s second coming.
Places of Interest
1. Kidron Valley (Valley of Jehoshaphat)
2. Garden of Gethsemane
3. Mary’s Tomb (mother of Jesus)
4. Church of Mary Magdalene
5. Church of Dominus Flevit (where Christ wept over Jerusalem)
6. Triumphal Entry Path
7. Bethphage (beginning place of the Triumphal Entry on the backside of the Mount of Olives)
8. Tomb of Lazarus (backside of the Mount of Olives)
9. 3,000-year-old cemetery with 150,000 Gravesites
10. Chapel of the Ascension (where Christ ascended to heaven and will return to at His second coming)
11. Pater Noster Church (where Christ taught the Lord’s Prayer)
12. Absalom’s Monument
13. Tomb of the Prophets (Haggai, Zechariah, and Malachi)
Mount of Olives: the place where Jesus will return!
The Mount of Olives is a very special place in Jerusalem, Israel. It is the place where Jesus prayed before he was arrested, specifically in the Garden of Gethsemane at the foot of the mountain. It was also the place where he ascended to heaven. And Old Testament prophet Zechariah says in chapter 14 that this mountain is also the place where Messiah will return.
Watch this short study by Pastor Sebastiaan van Wessem of Celebration Church and KNGDM Alliance as he explains what Mount of Olives is all about!
More sermon videos (in English and Dutch) of Ps Sebastiaan van Wessem can be found on the @CelebrationChurchNetherlands YouTube channel:
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Kidron Valley, Jerusalem, Israel: Judgment, Wine Press of God, Valley of Jehoshaphat, Tribulation!
See a video about the Kidron Valley (Valley of Jehoshaphat) that talks about the judgments and the Wine Press of God's wrath. Learn about the Great Tribulation, Christ's second coming, blood flowing up to the horses' bridle, the gathering of the nations, and more.
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Location
The Kidron Valley, also called the Valley of Jehoshaphat, lies between the Old City of Jerusalem and the Mount of Olives.
Historical Background
1. It was much deeper in biblical times.
2. During the time of Christ, according to the Mishnah, there was a bridge that led out of the Temple Mount eastward over the Kidron Valley, extending as far as the Mount of Olives.
3. It is referred to repeatedly in Scripture as a place of judgment.
4. It is called the Winepress of God’s wrath.
Places of Interest
1. Kidron Valley
2. Absalom’s Tomb
3. Zechariah’s Tomb
4. Mount of Olives
5. Temple Mount
6. City of David
Noah's Ark Great Flood: Did the Flood Cover the Whole Earth? How Long Was the Water on the Earth?
The story of Noah’s Ark is one of the most intriguing stories known to mankind. In this video, we'll answer the following epic and monumental questions: 1. When Did the Great Flood Begin? 2. Where Did All the Water Come From to Flood the Whole Earth? 3. Did the Flood Cover the Whole Earth? 4. How Long Was the Water on the Earth?
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This video is part of a 4-part series. Be sure to see the other important questions answered in the other 3 videos.
Contents:
0:00 - Intro
1:34 - When Did the Great Flood Begin?
2:01 - Where Did All the Water Come From to Flood the Whole Earth?
2:50 - Did the Flood Cover the Whole Earth?
5:08 - How Long Was the Water on the Earth?
Today, many people believe Noah’s Ark and the Flood are just myths or some altered version of ancient beliefs. Of all the stories in the Bible, Noah’s Ark and the Great Flood is one of the most controversial. Is it all true? Did it really happen? How did it happen? And if it’s true, is there evidence of the Flood and the existence of Noah’s Ark today?
The Great Flood account is mentioned in writings, or oral traditions found all around the world. In fact, as mentioned, it’s referred to in around 200 accounts. These flood legends are common across a wide range of cultures, extending back to shortly after the flood account. These accounts depict a flood, sometimes global in scale, usually sent by a deity or deities to destroy civilization as an act of divine judgment. They are found on virtually every continent and share very similar themes. This is so because Noah’s descendants stayed together until God confused their languages at the Tower of Babel, and they scattered as found in Genesis 11.
Caesarea Philippi, Israel: Peter's Confession of Christ, Gates of Hell, Christ's Church, Matt. 16:18
An in-depth look at Caesarea Philippi and one of the most powerful truths of all time. Learn about the meaning of the Gates of Hell, Peter's confession of who Christ is, and the meaning of the rock upon which Christ is building His Church. Filmed on location in Israel.
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Caesarea Philippi is north of the Sea of Galilee. Message on the meaning of Matthew 16:18. Is the church built upon Peter or Christ? Learn about the power of Christ's Church from the Holy Land. Caesarea Philippi is the famous place where Christ asked His disciples who He was. Peter responded, You are the Christ the Son of the living God. Christ responded, Upon this rock, I will build my church and the gates of hell will not stand against it. This is a Bible teaching from Israel, the Holy Land. See many more Bible teachings from Israel on our YouTube channel or at
Must See New Evidence that Proves the Temple was on the Temple Mount Over the Dome of the Rock!
This video provides the most comprehensive and complete evidence that proves the original temple of Solomon, and the rebuilt temples of Zerubbabel and Herod the Great, were located on the Temple Mount, exactly where the Dome of the Rock is today. Today, some are promoting the theory that the Temple was in the City of David and that the Temple Mount was a Roman Fort. We will answer each of their arguments with facts, the Bible, archeology, and eyewitness accounts.
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Contents:
0:00 - Intro
1:46 - Why Is the Temple Location So Important?
3:22 - Where Is the True Location of the Temple?
26:04 - Evidence that Proves the Location of the Temple
26:31 - The Trumpeter's Stone
30:43 - More Discoveries by the Trumpter's Stone
31:13 - Beams Discovered from the Temples
31:52 - Muslim Statement About the Location of the Temple
32:11 - Sifting Project Evidence from the Temple Mount
34:42 - Warning Inscriptions Discovered on the Temple Mount
35:06 - Was the Current Temple Mount a Roman Fort?
37:18 - Was the Antonia Fortress the Size of Several Cities?
38:56 - Was a Roman Legion Stationed at the Antonia Fortress?
41:25 - Was the Antonia Fortress Destroyed?
42:54 - History of the Antonia Fortress
44:24 - Bible Verses that Prove the Temple was not In the City of David
47:39 - What Do Christ's Words About One Stone Left Upon Another Mean?
57:41 - What About the Need for Water for the Temple?
1:06:47 - Did the Jews Forget Where Their Temple Was?
1:11:43 - What Does the Word Zion mean in Scripture?
1:16:13 - Was the Temple Mount a Roman Fort?
1:18:42 - Micah 3:12 Prophecy Fulfilled on the Temple Mount
1:19:13 - Could the Temple Mount Have Been in the City of David?
1:33:27 - Closing Remarks
Bible Prophecy: Proof the Bible is True! End Times, Fulfilled Prophecy, Mt. of Olives, Jerusalem
How do we know that the Bible is true and God's Word? Through the fulfillment of prophecy. No other writing known to mankind dares to walk into the arena of prophecy. See a video that proves the Bible can be trusted.
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Decoding the Antichrist and the End Times by Mark Biltz | Official Book Trailer
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Will the real Antichrist please stand up?
Know the big picture of what has happened historically, what is unfolding this very moment, and what the future holds concerning the Antichrist based on the unfolding purposes of God.
- What does the Bible say about the Antichrist, his tactics, and his motivation?
- Will he be a Muslim, a Jew, or a Christian—or something else?
- Will the Antichrist work through modern technology to take over?
For the last two thousand years people have been anxiously trying to analyze who the Antichrist might be and when he might be revealed. Many people have made preposterous claims, and of course, they have been wrong. If you’re not careful, you can get caught up in the debate and spend so much time arguing with other Christians over the details that you don’t accomplish anything for the kingdom!
To make matters worse, we now live in an era when, for the first time, we have the possibility of an artificial intelligence Antichrist, a human computer hybrid that will demand to be worshipped. Have you ever wondered if it’s OK to have Alexa, Siri, and other forms of artificial intelligence in your home? We know that the Bible says great deception is coming, so what is a concerned believer to do?
Author and minister Mark Biltz wants you to understand the methods of the Antichrist so you won’t be deceived.
Eastern Gate, Jerusalem History, Temple Location, Golden Gate, Mt. of Olives, Proof Bible is True
New discoveries show the history of the Eastern Gate, the true location of the original temple, the history of Jerusalem, its gates, and prophecies. This video shows more evidence the Bible is true.
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Golden Gate footage filmed by Ionatan Muchnik.
Here is the link to the full video: bit.ly/GoldenGateJerusalem
Location
1. The Eastern Gate is located on the eastern side of the Temple Mount and faces the Mount of Olives.
2. It is an important gate because it plays a central role in Scripture and prophecy.
3. The current Old City of Jerusalem is surrounded by a wall containing eight major gates.
Lions Gate (Stephen’s Gate), Eastern Gate (Golden Gate, Shushan Gate), Dung Gate, Zion Gate, Jaffa Gate, New Gate, Damascus Gate, Herod’s Gate
4. The Eastern Gate is unique in that it is sealed shut.
5. It is the oldest gate in the Old City.
Historical Background
1. The original Eastern Gate was built by Solomon or at a later date by Hezekiah. The ancient posts located inside the gate today, along with the stones beside the gate of the Eastern Wall, date back to this time period and would affirm its early existence and location at its present-day site.
2. It is very likely that Nehemiah rebuilt the Eastern Gate when he rebuilt the walls of Jerusalem in around 444 BC. Some believe the original gate was then named the Eastern Gate by Nehemiah at this time.
3. Herod the Great then rebuilt the Eastern Gate in around 19 BC and added a stairway, or rebuilt an existing one that led up to the gate. This stairway ran alongside the Eastern Wall.
4. The best evidence suggests that the gate was then rebuilt during the Umayyad period (661–750 AD) on the foundations of the earlier gate dating to the time of Solomon or Hezekiah. Part of the gate from this time period has been preserved.
As mentioned above, the remains of two massive ancient gateposts are preserved inside this gate. These gateposts are situated in the same line as the Eastern Wall of the Temple Mount. They also line up with the lower massive stone masonry on both sides of the Golden Gate. The gateposts, along with the masonry sections of the Eastern Wall, suggest they are all part of the same construction. The upper part of the southern gatepost is level with the top of the ancient stone masonry that can be seen south of the Golden Gate. The gatepost in the northern part of the gate is one stone course higher and is located just one stone course lower than the surface of the Temple Mount. These two ancient gateposts belong to the gate dating back to the First Temple period, which is most likely the Shushan Gate that is mentioned in Mishnah Middot 1.3. This gate was the only gate in the Eastern Wall at that time.
5. The current gate that is seen today was rebuilt by Suleiman in around 1541 AD and was built on the foundations of the earlier gates.
6. The Eastern Gate gives the most direct access to the Temple Mount from the Mount of Olives.
7. The Eastern Gate is unique in that it is completely sealed shut. Some commentators see the Eastern Gate’s obstruction as a fulfillment of biblical prophecy.
It was closed by the Muslims in 810 AD, reopened in 1102 AD by the Crusaders, and then walled up by Saladin after regaining Jerusalem in 1187 AD. Ottoman Sultan Suleiman rebuilt it together with the city walls but walled it up in 1541 AD, and it has stayed that way until today.
It’s believed that the reason for the closing of the Eastern Gate was to prevent the Jewish Messiah from gaining entrance to the temple on the Temple Mount.
Places of Interest
1. Eastern Gate
2. Ancient Gate Posts
3. Ancient Stone Masonry
4. Eastern Wall
5. Stairway Leading Up to the Eastern Gate
6. Outer Wall Encompassing the Stairway
7. Temple Mount
8. Nicanor Gate
9. Original Location of the Temple
10. Inner and Outer Courts of the Temple
11. Mount of Olives
12. Other Gates of Old City Jerusalem
The Eastern Gate in the Bible
1. It is the likely gate the ashes of the Red Heifer sacrifice were carried through and then deposited in a clean place outside the city (Num. 19:1–10).
2. The glory of the Lord left the temple because of Israel’s disobedience (Ezekiel 10:18–19; Ezekiel 11:23).
3. The glory of the Lord will return to the temple at Christ’s second coming (Ezekiel 43:1–5; Zechariah 14:4).
4. When Jesus entered Jerusalem from the Mount of Olives on Palm Sunday (Triumphal Entry), He most likely used the Eastern Gate (Luke 19:37–38; Luke 19:45–46).
5. It is the gate that Jesus would have entered and exited through repeatedly as He taught in the temple and then retreated to the Mount of Olives to rest and sleep (Luke 21:37–38).
6. The Beautiful Gate (most likely the Nicanor Gate) was where Peter and John healed a lame man (Acts 3:1–10).
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Garden Tomb, Gordon's Golgotha, Jerusalem Israel: Crucifixion, Resurrection, Ascension of Christ!
Learn about what happened from the resurrection to the ascension of Christ. A detailed look at the Garden Tomb site in Jerusalem, Israel. Filmed in Jerusalem at the Gordon's Golgotha, Garden Tomb.
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Location
1. Gordan’s Garden Tomb is located just 250 yards (220 m.) to the north of the Damascus Gate of Old City Jerusalem.
2. It provides a serene setting in a garden-like place to meditate and reflect upon the death, burial, and resurrection of Christ.
3. It is considered by many as the true location of Golgotha.
4. The traditional location of Golgotha is at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.
5. Both places have evidence of being the location of Golgotha. However, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre has more tradition and activity surrounding it.
6. Both places are within a stone’s throw of each other so regardless of the location we are still in close vicinity of Golgotha.
7. Because we worship a person and not a place, the exact location is not necessary for understanding and reflecting on what Christ did for us at Golgotha.
Historical Background
1. The property of the Garden Tomb was purchased in 1894 by The Garden Tomb Association.
2. It is a Charitable Trust based in the United Kingdom and is made up of people from many different denominations and national backgrounds.
3. Their passion is to help people understand all Christ did for them on the Cross.
4. The site is maintained by volunteers that come from around the globe and join a team of local Palestinians and Israelis.
Places of Interest
1. Garden Tomb. A cave-like tomb that can be entered. It has a channel at the entrance where a stone could be rolled to cover and uncover the tomb.
2. A rock face cliff that has the form of a skull which is believed to be Golgotha.
3. Damascus Gate
4. Old City Jerusalem
5. Church of the Holy Sepulchre
The Mount of Olives
Tour the Mount of Olives in Jerusalem with Dr. David Reagan on the show Christ in Prophecy!
Sepphoris, Tsipori, Zippori: Did Jesus Work Here? Thousands of Jews Crucified, Capitol of Galilee
Could it be that Jesus worked here as a young man? Because Nazareth was so close to Sepphoris, and because Jesus was a Tekton (Greek for a construction worker of various types), Jesus and His earthy father, Joseph, undoubtedly worked here. Sepphoris was also the capital of the Galilee area during the time of Christ.
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Contents:
0:00 - Intro
1:53 - Location of Sepphoris: Place Jesus Worked
2:44 - Historical Background
7:11 - Sepphoris & the Bible
13:52 - Faith Lesson
16:55 - Outro
During the time of Jesus, because of a Jewish revolt, thousands of Jews were crucified here. Jesus likely used this example of what it meant to take up your cross and follow Him.
Location
1. Sepphoris is located about 4 miles (6 km.) northwest of Nazareth, about 14 miles (23 km.) from the Mediterranean Sea, and about 15 miles (25 km.) from the Sea of Galilee.
2. Because of its close proximity to Nazareth, it was easily accessible by Jesus and His father, Joseph.
Historical Background
1. The city started to grow during the 2nd Century BC under Greek rule.
2. Later, under Roman rule during the time of Christ, Herod Antipas (the son of Herod the Great) invested in it significantly and made it “the ornament of Galilee.” It was a sophisticated Roman city with all the luxuries of modern life at that time. It included a network of colonnaded paved streets, markets, residential houses, public buildings, bathhouses, a theater, and a synagogue.
3. Sepphoris rose to recognized status during the century before Christ because it was located right on one of the main trade routes linking Africa with Europe and Asia called The Via Maris (way of the sea). Therefore, it was a wealthy city.
4. It was also a military city guarded well by Roman troops.
5. Sepphoris was the capital of the Galilee area during the time of Christ.
6. In order to rebuild the city, Herod Antipas used a massive workforce.
7. Because Nazareth was so close to Sepphoris, and because Jesus was a Tekton (Greek for a construction worker of various types), Jesus and His father undoubtedly worked here.
8. So, in part, it’s also where Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man (Luke 2:52).
9. Because it was mainly a Jewish city, it was given its Hebrew name, Zippori, because it sits on a hilltop like a bird (Zippor).
10. Sepphoris is also known as the Mosaic City, as some of the best mosaics in all of Israel are found here. More than 40 mosaic floors reveal the bustling life of a Roman city and the luxury it afforded.
11. After Herod’s death in 4 BC, the Roman army put down a rebellion of Jewish rebels led by a man named Judas. These rebels numbering several thousand were killed; however, according to Josephus, 2,000 of them were kept alive to be crucified on its streets and close-by roads in the area. These mass crucifixions were carried out to instill fear in others who might consider rebelling against Roman rule.
12. Sepphoris did not join the Jewish rebellion in 66-70 AD and was therefore spared destruction.
13. After the destruction of Jerusalem in AD 70, Sepphoris became a center of Jewish learning and seat of the Sanhedrin supreme court. The Mishnah, the first authoritative collection of Jewish oral law, was compiled here.
14. Sepphoris witnessed Byzantine, Crusader, and Ottoman rule in the centuries following.
Places of Interest
1. Park Entrance
2. Water source
3. Decumanus Street
4. Nile House with many mosaics
5. Cardo
6. Public building
7. Dionysus (god of wine) Building with mosaics
8. Fortress
9. Residential area
10. Theater
11. Synagogue
Sepphoris in the Bible
While Sepphoris is not mentioned in the Bible, it is significant for several reasons:
1. It was close-by to Nazareth and employed many carpenters. Because Jesus was a construction worker, it's very likely Jesus worked here before starting His earthly ministry.
2. After the death of Jesus’ earthly father, Joseph, Christ became the chief financial provider for His family. Christ was very responsible in caring for His family and expects us to do the same (2 Thess. 3:10–11).
3. It appears Jesus used references about this city in His teachings (Matt. 5:14–15). Sepphoris was certainly a city on a hill. In fact, that’s what the name of this city means.
The word for actor in Greek is “hypocrite.” Because these actors would walk the streets sounding their horns to advertise an upcoming event at the city theater, Jesus used them as an example of what not to do when giving to others and serving God.
4. Jesus likely used the example of the mass crucifixion carried out by the Romans against the Jewish revolt here to teach about the cost of being His disciple (Mark 8:34–38).
Is This the Location of Pentecost? Must See Evidence! Pentecost Explained, Feast of Weeks, Shavuot
See and understand Pentecost like never before. See the evidence of where it happened and how. Pentecost, also known as the Feast of Weeks, Festival of Weeks, and Shavuot. This is a biblically based video that will help you understand all about this amazing and monumental event.
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Contents:
0:00 - Intro
2:04 - Meaning of Pentecost & Some Evidence of Where Pentecost Happened.
5:01 - Interesting Facts about Pentecost
6:15 - Pentecost & Entrances to the Temple Mount
7:32 - Summary of Pentecost Meaning
8:46 - Evidence Showing the Biblical Place of Pentecost
18:33 - Pentecost Explained in Detail
30:07 - Faith Lessons about Pentecost for Us Today
36:00 Outro
Places of Interest
1. Temple Mount
2. Royal Stoa – Location close to where Pentecost likely took place.
3. Archaeological, historical, and eyewitness accounts place the location of the first and second temples directly on top of the Dome of the Rock.
4. Solomon's Portico
5. Western Wall
6. Eastern Gate
7. Southern Stairs
8. Antonia Fortress
9. Upper Room
10. Pools of Bethesda
11. Pool of Siloam
12. Pilgrim's Road (Herodian St.) from the Pool of Siloam to the Southern Stairs and Robinson's Arch Stairway
13. Mikvahs by the Southern Stairs
14. Original Altar Location
15. City of David
The Meaning of Pentecost in the Bible
1. Pentecost means 50.
2. Fifty days after Passover, the Jewish feast of Pentecost (Shavuot) was celebrated, which was primarily a thanksgiving for the firstfruits of the wheat harvest, but it was later associated with a remembrance of the Law given by God to Moses on Mount Sinai. At this feast, the Jews were to give God the firstfruits of their wheat harvest.
3. Pentecost also marks 50 days from the time the Israelites left Egypt and arrived at Mount Sinai, where God gave them the 10 Commandments and the Law.
4. Pentecost happened 50 days after Passover. There were 40 days from the resurrection of Christ to His ascension, and then 10 days from Christ’s ascension to Pentecost, for a total of 50 days.
5. Interestingly, the Jewish nation was born at Mount Sinai 50 days after leaving Egypt, and the Church was born at Pentecost 50 days after Christ’s resurrection.
Reasons why Pentecost likely happened at the southern end of the Temple Mount.
1. It is unlikely that Pentecost took place in the Upper Room as a multitude gathered and witnessed this astounding event. The Upper Room couldn’t have handled such a large crowd of 15,000–30,000 (Acts 2:1–6).
2. Scripture says the coming of the Holy Spirit filled a house, it doesn’t mention the Upper Room.
3. The temple is referred to as the House of the Lord, or just house, in many places in the Bible (John 2:17; Matthew 21:12-13). House can also refer to just a covered area as well. At the southern side of the Temple Mount, just above the Southern Stairs, was the Royal Stoa. It was a public meeting place with a large roof. This could have been a likely place where Pentecost began.
4. The Hebrew word for house in Acts 2:2 is Har Ha Bait, which means the mountain of THE house, or simply put, the dwelling place of God. This meaning would support the idea that Pentecost most likely took place on the Temple Mount, and then the 3,000 who were saved were then baptized in the many mikvehs by the Southern Stairs.
5. The coming of the Holy Spirit happened at nine in the morning, which was the time of morning prayers at the temple. The disciples regularly went to the temple at the times of prayer (Acts 2:15).
6. Many scholars say that during the Passover in Christ’s time that Jerusalem swelled to around 150,000 people or more. The Temple Mount and Southern Stair area could easily have handled the large crowd of 15,000 – 30,000 who gathered at Pentecost.
7. Acts 2:41 says 3,000 were saved and baptized. Around the Southern Stairs are many mikveh cleansing pools that could have been used for baptizing those who were saved.
8. The Southern part of the Temple Mount would have been a natural place for Pentecost to happen as it was a center of public activities.
9. The Upper Room is over one-half mile (.83 Km.) from the Temple Mount, which is a long distance away. Most likely, too far away for a large crowd to move from to the Temple Mount area for baptisms, etc.
10. The Upper Room area was a residential neighborhood, and there's no reason 15,000-30,000 people would have been there when the events of Pentecost happened that drew such a large crowd.
11. The Southern Stairs and southern part of the Temple Mount is the best candidate for Pentecost as they could easily handle 15,000 – 30,000 people. This area also had all the mikvehs necessary for baptizing and space to handle such a large crowd.
Discover the Tombs of the Prophets Haggai, Zechariah, & Malachi on the Mount of Olives in Jerusalem!
Join us on this amazing discovery of the tombs of the prophets Haggai, Zechariah, and Malachi, the last three prophets of the Old Testament. Learn about the role of the prophets and how we are called today to be like them.
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Contents:
0:00 - Intro
1:16 - The Layout and Explanation of the Tombs
6:40 - Evidence Supporting These Tombs and Being the Authentic Tombs of the Prophets
8:45 - Tour of the Tombs
11:49 - The Role of the Prophets
16:14 - Faith Lesson for Us Today
Location
1. The Tomb of the Prophets is located at the top of the Mount of Olives at the beginning of the Triumphal Entry descent.
2. Just above it is a popular viewing terrace of Old City Jerusalem.
Historical Background
1. The site has 50 burial niches and two adjoining burial caves.
2. According to books, artifacts, inscriptions, and Jewish tradition, the tombs are those of the prophets Haggai, Zechariah, and Malachi, who lived in the 6th and 5th centuries BC.
3. Haggai, Zechariah, and Malachi are the last books of the Old Testament.
4. Both Jews and Christians venerate the site as the tombs of these prophets.
5. Inscriptions indicate that the site was also used for the burial of Christians in the Byzantine period.
6. The property is owned by the Russian Orthodox church but is overseen by a local Arab who lives on top of the tomb.
Discover the Place Jesus Condemned to Crucifixion by Pontius Pilate! Via Dolorosa! Praetorium Trial
Is this where Jesus was tried by Pontius Pilate? This place is the best candidate for where the trial of Jesus took place. In the 1970s, excavations in this area uncovered a gold mine archaeologically speaking. Why? Because we have everything biblically and archaeologically, that matches where the trial of Jesus would have taken place, and we're going to be showing you all about it in this video.
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Contents:
0:00 - Intro
1:18 - Lower Stone Pavement Discovery
4:24 - Stair and Door Entrance to Pilate's Palace Discovery
6:24 - Original Herodian Stones Discovery
6:59 - Bema Seat Stone Discovery
7:49 - Judgment Bema Seat & Upper Stone Pavement Discovery
8:52 - Inside Pilate's Palace Discovery
10:12 - Future Plans for this Judgment Place Discovery
12:19 - Bible Explanation of Christ's Condemnation to Crucifixion by the Jews and Romans
29:00 - At the House of Caiaphas: Flogging, Night in a Dungeon
31:54 - Christ's Path from Pilate's Palace to Golgotha
34:10 - Faith Lessons for Us Today
Places of Interest
1. Pilate's Palace Complex
Palace
Courtyard
Soldier Barracks
Stone Walls from the Time of Jesus
2. Dirt Level Before Excavation of This Site
3. Gate Entrance to Pilate’s Palace from Outside the Palace
4. Steps Leading Up to the Gate Entrance to Pilate's Palace
5. Preserved Wall of Herod the Great
6. Preserved Stone Pavement
7. Bema Seat – Judgment Seat
8. Bema Seat Stone
9. Outside Pilate’s Palace – Open Country
10. Jaffa Gate
11. Citadel of David
12. Three Towers Herod Erected
13. House of Caiaphas
14. Likely Route of the True Via Dolorosa
15. Church of the Holy Sepulchre
Location
1. John 18:28–29: “Then they brought Jesus from Caiaphas into the Praetorium [governor's headquarters, ESV; palace of the Roman governor, NIV], and it was early; and they themselves did not enter the Praetorium so that they would not be defiled, but might eat the Passover. 29 Therefore Pilate came out to them and said, “What accusation are you bringing against this Man?”
2. The word for praetorium, governor's headquarters, and palace all refer to the same location. These same words describe where the Apostle Paul was kept in custody at Herod's Palace or Praetorium (Acts 23:35). The best translation seems to be, palace.
3. Where was Pilate's Palace, also known as Pilate’s Praetorium or headquarters, located? Some believe it was located at the Antonia Fortress. I once thought this as well. However, after much research and considering the archaeological evidence, I now believe the best option is Pilate’s Palace, which is located just south of the Jaffa Gate. Pilate’s Palace was first built and used by King Herod and later used by Pilate and other Roman governors.
4. Herod's Palace Fortress in Jerusalem is located adjacent to the western city wall of Old Jerusalem, in the area now encompassing the Armenian Quarter. It begins at the Kishle building and ends at the present line of the modern (Ottoman period) wall west of Zion Gate. It consisted mainly of two palace wings running north and south and had in the middle of the two ends a large garden. In the area of the Citadel of David and Jaffa Gate, just north of Pilate’s Palace, Herod erected three huge towers for additional protection in case of pending danger. It should be mentioned that Pilate’s Palace was, at first, Herod’s Palace.
5. In the 1970s, the western wall of the city was excavated from the Jaffa Gate to the northwest corner. This particular area was overseen by Magen Broshi and Shimon Gibson. The excavation line can be seen in the wall today by noting where it turns darker. This darker part was covered by dirt until unearthed.
6. If the location of the trial of Jesus took place at Pilate's Palace, then the location of the Via Dolorosa would be different than it is today. You can see in the Google map above where the likely route could have been.
This route would have led Jesus outside the city walls to Calvary (modern-day Church of the Holy Sepulchre). This route is very likely as the Romans afflicted their criminals with maximum humiliation in order to teach others not to do the same. Of course, in the case of Christ, He was fully innocent, and the Jews and the Romans were the true criminals.
Mystic Dead Sea Tour: Masada, Dead Sea Scrolls, Beaches, Jericho, Jesus Baptism, Sodom & Gomorrah
In this video, we'll explore amazing facts about the Dead Sea, its history, future, and sites of interest. We'll look at epic events and prophecies from the Bible, tour the beaches, see the remains of Sodom and Gomorrah, hike to the cave where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found, see majestic Masada, see the place where Jesus was baptized, Jericho, and much more.
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Contents:
0:00 - Intro
1:43 - Video Outline
2:24 - Interesting Facts
11:13 - Dead Sea Tour Outline
12:22 - Ancient Cities of the Dead Sea
15:12 - Sodom & Gomorrah
23:48 - Jericho
32:46 - Jordan River Crossing Into the Promised Land
33:52 - Baptismal Site of Jesus
34:34 - Judean Desert
35:40 - Seven Dead Sea Beaches
39:46 - Dead Sea Scrolls at Qumran
43:54 - Hike to Dead Sea Scrolls Cave 1
49:14 - Avnat: Epic Bible Prophecies About the Dead Sea's Future
52:47 - En Gedi
56:47 - Masada
1:08:50 - Things We Can Learn (Faith Lesson)
Sites of Interest:
Sodom & Gomorrah
Masada
Dead Sea Scrolls
Jericho
Baptismal Site of Jesus (Qsar al-Yahud)
Dead Sea Northern Beaches
Dead Sea Southern Beaches
Qumran
En Gedi
Ein Bokek
Lot's Wife
Sphinx
Pyramid
Zoar
Admah
Zeboiim
Judean Desert
Jordan River Inlet
Avnat (Kidron Valley Drainage from Jerusalem)
Dead Sea Sink Holes
Dead Sea Mineral Factories
Dead Sea Mud
The Dead Sea in the Bible
There are many mentions of the Dead Sea in the Bible, and it has long been associated with mysticism, wonderment, and religious significance.
1. It appears the area around the Dead Sea was lush and well-watered before God destroyed the area with fire and brimstone (Genesis 13:10).
2. It appears that after God destroyed the area, it changed to the state it is today, a dry, barren desert (Deuteronomy 29:23).
3. It is referenced often to describe the borders of Israel (Numbers 34:12).
4. It was a densely populated area during the time of Abraham before God destroyed the area (Genesis 14:1-3).
5. Sodom and Gomorrah, along with the other cities of the valley, were wicked, sinful people (Genesis 18:20–21).
6. God destroys Sodom and Gomorrah (Genesis 19:23–29).
7. The slopes of Mount Sodom are located in the southeast corner of the Dead Sea, and they feature salt formations that look like pillars – which are traditionally referred to as Lot’s wife.
8. The Bible talks about how this area will change during the Millennial Reign of Christ on earth after the Great Tribulation Period (Ezekiel 47:7-11; Zechariah 14:8-9).
Church of Holy Sepulchre History, Death, Burial, Resurrection of Jesus Christ, Golgotha, Calvary
Take a journey through time and see the complete history of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre from the beginning to the present. See why it is indeed the true and authentic place where Jesus died, was buried, and rose again to pay for the sins of the world. Learn about the construction of the church and the destructions and renovations that have been done to it throughout the ages.
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Key People, Places, and Periods
Early Christians worshiped at the site of Golgotha and Calvary
Bar Kokhba Revolt
Roman Emperor Hadrian
Roman Emperor Constantine
Queen Helena
Upper Room Church
Temple Mount
Aelia Capitolina
Cardo Maximus
Basilica of Santa Pudenziana Rome
Jerusalem
Gennath Gate
Via Doloroso
Location
1. The Church of the Holy Sepulchre is located about 450 yards (415 m.) west of the Temple Mount.
2. It was located outside the city walls during the time of Christ.
3. The Church of the Holy Sepulchre is the believed place where Christ was crucified, buried, and rose from the dead.
4. It is the ending place to the Via Dolorosa path, and the last 5 stations are located at it.
5. It is visited by over a million people every year.
Places of Interest
1. The Chapel of the Franks (Station 10 of the Via Dolorosa) is located at the right of the entrance to the church.
2. A stairway on the right, just inside the entrance leads to Calvary (or Golgotha), the place where Jesus was crucified.
3. Chapel of the Nailing of the Cross (Station 11). It features a 12th-century mosaic of Jesus being nailed to the cross.
4. The Greek Orthodox Calvary contains the believed Rock of Calvary around which the church was built. The rock can be seen under a glass cover on either side of the main altar. Beneath the altar is a hole that permits people to touch the rock.
5. The Crucifixion Altar marks the place where Christ was crucified (Station 12). A silver disk with a central hole that lies underneath the altar marks the place where the Cross stood.
6. The Stone of Unction (Station 13), located just after entering the church, commemorates the preparation of Jesus' body for burial. Behind the Stone is a mosaic depicting Christ's anointing for burial.
7. Underneath the large dome of the church is the Tomb of Christ itself (Station 14). It is housed in a large shrine and is referred to as the Edicule. It is supported by scaffolding on the outside to protect it from possible earthquakes.
8. The Chapel of Adam enshrines a cracked slab of rock behind glass which is believed to have been caused by the earthquake after Christ died on the Cross.
9. The Catholicon (Greek Orthodox cathedral) area was the main part of the Crusader church.
10. Armenian Shrine and Chapel of the 3 Marys, also known as the Mourning place. It marks the place where they watched the crucifixion of Christ. John 19:25: Standing by the cross of Jesus were his mother and his mother's sister, Mary the wife of Clopas, and Mary Magdalene.
11. The heart of the Holy Sepulchre is a large round hall, otherwise known as the Rotunda. In the center of the Rotunda is the tomb of Jesus.
12. In 2016 an archaeological team was given permission to lift the marble slate covering the tomb and found under it an older marble slab with a carved cross on it and underneath it the original limestone burial bed.
13. The Coptic Chapel is located behind the tomb of Jesus.
14. The Jacobite (Syrian) Chapel is located in the original 4th century Constantine church walls. Within this chapel are burial tombs, one of which is believed to be that of Joseph of Arimathea.
15. Chapel of Mary Magdalene. Dedicated to the encounter Christ had with Mary after His resurrection.
16. Franciscan Church of the Aspiration of Mary. Dedicated to the meeting between Christ and His mother, Mary, at Christ’s crucifixion.
17. Arches of the Virgin Mary
18. Greek Orthodox Chapel of the Prison of Jesus
19. St Longinus Chapel. Longinus was the believed Roman Centurion who commanded the soldiers that stood watch at Golgotha. He was an eyewitness of the final moments of Jesus and proclaimed the Jesus was truly the Son of God.
20. Chapel of St. James
21. Chapel of John the Baptist
22. Division of the Holy Robes. The place commemorating the dividing of Christ’s clothing.
23. Derision chapel. This place commemorates how the mob derided Jesus by mocking and laughing at him while He hung on the Cross.
24. Armenian Chapel of St. Helena. Within this area is the Chapel of the Invention (discovery) of the Cross of Jesus.
25. Rock of Golgotha enclosed in glass.
Jerusalem Overview, Mt of Olives, Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, Temple Mount, Calvary, Gethsemane
What makes Jerusalem so unique and special? Here's a must-see video of the special purpose and events God did and will do in Jerusalem.
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Jerusalem means “City of Peace.” It’s mentioned over 500 times in the Bible.
Jerusalem is the special dwelling place of God on this earth. Psalms 76:2: His tent is in Salem, his dwelling place in Zion.
Psalm 135:21: Praise be to the LORD from Zion, to him who dwells in Jerusalem. Praise the LORD.
It was in Jerusalem, on Mount Moriah, that Abraham was to offer Isaac, his firstborn son to God, on the very place the temple would later be built.