Bible Lands Museum, Archaeological museum in Givat Ram, Jerusalem, Israel.
Description
The Bible Lands Museum is an archaeological museum in Givat Ram, Jerusalem, showcasing artifacts from ancient civilizations mentioned in biblical texts. The collection includes pottery, manuscripts, everyday objects, and religious items from various ancient cultures across the Near East.
History
The museum was founded in 1985 by Elie Borowski to present archaeological evidence of cultures mentioned in biblical narratives. Since then, it has expanded its collections and become an important institution for understanding ancient civilizations.
Culture
The museum displays objects from daily life, religious items, and cultural artifacts from ancient Babylon, Egypt, and other Near Eastern peoples. These objects show how people in these regions lived thousands of years ago and expressed their beliefs through what they made and used.
Practical
The museum is housed in a modern building with several exhibition galleries that are easy to navigate. Visitors should allow enough time to explore the collections thoroughly, as there is substantial material to examine.
Did you know?
The collection features artifacts that demonstrate connections between different cultures during biblical periods, often in surprising ways. Many visitors are struck by how similar everyday items and religious practices were across these distant cultures.
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