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  1. Jesus and the Cross - Biblical Archaeology Society

    Jan 26, 2025 · And soon the image of the crucifix would adorn the walls and steeples of churches throughout the world, making the cross the preeminent symbol of Christianity. Steven Shisley, who …

  2. How Was Jesus Crucified? - Biblical Archaeology Society

    Apr 16, 2025 · Crucifix showing Jesus with his palms and feet nailed to the cross (Spain, 12th century). Photo: The Met Cloisters, public domain. How was Jesus crucified? This question sounds so trivial it …

  3. Roman Crucifixion Methods Reveal the History of Crucifixion

    Aug 14, 2025 · Explore new archaeological and forensic evidence revealing Roman crucifixion methods, including analysis of a first-century crucified man's remains found in Jerusalem.

  4. Where Is Golgotha, Where Jesus Was Crucified?

    Nov 18, 2025 · Archaeological evidence regarding the location of Golgotha, where Jesus was crucified, suggests the Church of the Holy Sepulchre—or clues beneath the Church of the Redeemer—may …

  5. The Staurogram - Biblical Archaeology Society

    Sep 30, 2025 · The staurogram combines the Greek letters tau-rho to stand in for parts of the Greek words for “cross” (stauros) and “crucify” (stauroō) in Bodmer papyrus P75. Staurograms serve as the …

  6. Rare Evidence for Roman Crucifixion Found in Second-Century Britain

    Oct 15, 2024 · A recent surprise discovery near Fenstanton in southeastern England, has shed light on the gruesome execution practice of Roman crucifixion.

  7. Crucifixion Archives - Biblical Archaeology Society

    Crucifixion was a method of punishment and/or execution practiced by Assyrians, Phoenicians, Persians, Greeks, Seleucids, Ptolemies and Romans during Biblical times.

  8. Treasures of the Holy Sepulchre - Biblical Archaeology Society

    Nov 19, 2025 · Discover “Treasures of the Holy Sepulchre,” a stunning exhibit at the Frick showcasing over 40 Baroque-era artifacts from Jerusalem’s Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Explore gem-studded …

  9. The Enduring Symbolism of Doves - Biblical Archaeology Society

    Jul 12, 2025 · In addition to its symbolism for the Holy Spirit, the dove was a popular Christian symbol before the cross rose to prominence in the fourth century. The dove continued to be used for various …

  10. Is Jesus’ Crucifixion Reflected in Soil Deposition?

    Aug 5, 2025 · Geologists examined soil depositions to identify two earthquakes and compared their findings with Biblical information about Jesus' crucifixion.