Caesarea Maritima was Rome’s coastal capital in Judea, the setting for Cornelius, Paul’s hearings, and major archaeological confirmation of Acts.
Caesarea Maritima, City on the Coast of Judea
Herod’s Building Projects: The Temple Expansion, Caesarea Maritima, and Masada
Herod used monumental building to secure his rule: expanding the Temple, founding Caesarea Maritima, and fortifying Masada to project power under Rome.
Drusilla, Jewish Wife of Felix, Daughter of Herod Agrippa I, and Listener to Paul in Caesarea
Drusilla, a Herodian princess and Jewish wife of Felix, heard Paul reason about righteousness, self-control, and coming judgment in Caesarea.
The Bar Kokhba Letters — 132–135 C.E.
The Bar Kokhba Letters reveal the final struggle of Jewish resistance against Rome and illuminate the faith, leadership, and tragedy of 132–135 C.E.
The Pilate Inscription — c. 26–36 C.E.
The Pilate Inscription discovered at Caesarea Maritima confirms Pontius Pilate’s historic role as Prefect of Judea, validating the Gospel record.
The Roman Occupation—From Herod the Great to the Destruction of the Second Temple
Herod’s rise, Jesus’ birth and ministry, and Jerusalem’s fall in 70 C.E.—the Roman stage on which Jehovah’s prophetic plan unfolded with precision.
Pontius Pilate Inscription – Caesarea Maritima — c. 26–36 C.E.
The Pontius Pilate Inscription confirms the New Testament’s historical accuracy, naming Pilate as Prefect of Judea during Jesus’ ministry.
New Testament Archaeology: Bernice, Sister of Herod Agrippa II
Bernice, sister of Herod Agrippa II, lived amid political intrigue and moral corruption, witnessing Paul’s defense before Festus and Agrippa at Caesarea.
