How the Dead Sea Scrolls confirm the Old Testament’s stable transmission and illuminate the Essene commitment to covenant separation.
Decoding the Dead Sea Scrolls: The Essenes and the Old Testament
The Dead Sea Scrolls — c. 250 B.C.E.–50 C.E.
The Dead Sea Scrolls confirm the faithful preservation and divine authority of the Hebrew Scriptures from 250 B.C.E. to 50 C.E.
The Early Life of Flavius Josephus
Josephus’ early life in Jerusalem reveals his priestly heritage, spiritual searching, and adaptability, shaping the historian who bridged Judaism and Rome.
THE ESSENES: Exploring their Lives and Beliefs Through Archaeological Finds
The Essenes were a Jewish sect that lived in Palestine during the time of the Second Temple period, from about 200 BCE to 70 CE. They are known for their strict observance of Jewish law and their focus on spiritual purity.
