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Introduction to Laodicea
Laodicea is the last city mentioned in the letters of Christ. Sir William Ramsey calls it "the city of compromise." It was founded by...
Philadelphia’s Fertile Land and Beautiful Scenery
Philadelphia is in a country where erosion (wearing away of the land) is happening, but the soil is very fertile. The land is alluvial,...
Synagogue and Gymnasium-Bathhouse in Sardis
Overview of the SiteIn Sardis, there are remains of a synagogue and a gymnasium-bathhouse that were partly rebuilt. These buildings date back to the...
The Temple and Houses in Sardis
The Temple of ArtemisThe temple of Artemis in Sardis was one of the most impressive buildings in the city. It was likely started in...
The Stadium in Ephesus
North of the great theater in Ephesus, archaeologists have found the remains of an ancient stadium. An inscription shows that it was rebuilt during...
The Theater in Ephesus
The large theater in Ephesus still stands today, located just across the street from the commercial marketplace. It was first built during the Greek...
The State Agora A Public Square for Civic Life
In the upper eastern part of Ephesus, there was a large public square called the state agora. It measured about 525 feet (160 meters)...
The Simple Life in Serbia
A Look at Serbian Towns
Outside of Belgrade, most towns in Serbia are not what many would consider towns at all. Instead, they resemble large...
A Serene Service at Studenitza
A Unique Church Experience
I had the opportunity to attend a service at the Studenitza Monastery, and it was an unforgettable experience. The air was...