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Diagram of a Tel
By cutting through the layers of civilization and examining the artifacts, structures, and even human remains, archaeologists can reconstruct the lifestyle of a community. Pottery styles change over time, and since pottery is virtually imperishabl...
Diana Definition
Roman god of marriage, chastity, hunting, and moonlight. Twin sister of Apollo, daughter of Zeus and Leto.
Diolkos Definition
From Greek, "to haul," road over which sailors hauled goods from one harbor to another.
Dionysus Definition
Greek god of wine, fertility, and vegetation, god of the theater. Son of Zeus and Semele, the Theban princess.
Dionysus Temple and Cult Center
Originally built in the third century before Christ, this small, beautiful temple was remodeled by the Romans. It was approached by a twenty-five-step stairway at the end of a 770-foot terrace. Here, people worshiped Dionysus, the fertility god of...
Disciple Definition
The Hebrew word for disciple is talmid. This word stresses the relationship between rabbi (teacher or master) and disciple (student). A talmid of Jesus' day would give up his entire life in order to be with his teacher. The disciple didn't only se...
Dome of the Rock Definition
The Muslim mosque built in the seventh centurion the Temple Mount. The presence of this mosque makes it impossible to excavate the Mount.
Dust of the Rabbi, Part 1
In these audio teachings, Ray shares his knowledge of Jewish History and Biblical Culture.
Dust of the Rabbi, Part 2
In these audio teachings, Ray shares his knowledge of Jewish History and Biblical Culture.
Dust of the Rabbi, Part 3
In these audio teachings, Ray shares his knowledge of Jewish History and Biblical Culture.
