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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. 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 …

  8. Treasures of the Holy Sepulchre - Biblical Archaeology Society

    Nov 19, 2025 · Baroque crucifix from Naples, 18th century. The Frick Collection; Photo By Joseph Coscia Jr. Through January 5, 2026 The Frick Collection New York City, New York frick.org More …

  9. The Archaeological Quest for the Earliest Christians

    Dec 2, 2014 · In part one of a two-part series, Douglas Boin presents new archaeological and historical research in the study of early Christianity.

  10. Who Is Satan? - Biblical Archaeology Society

    Jan 13, 2026 · Who is Satan in the Bible? Explore how the biblical “Accuser” evolved into the devil, tracing his roles from the Hebrew Bible to the New Testament.