The Temple Mount…the location of the ancient city of Jerusalem with a history dating back to Abraham containing piles upon piles of history. In this series, we will learn about the history and significance of this site, and we will explore the archaeological work that is currently being done there. Join us as we travel back in time and sift through all that is left to be discovered.
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EPISODE 1: what is the Temple Mount Project? | 17 Minutes
Located in Jerusalem, the Temple Mount resides on what used to be known as Mount Moriah and over the years it has been a place of many historical events. Throughout history it has changed hands many times and today is a place of great importance to Jews, Christians, and Muslims. Due to all the history that is stored there, laws were put in place that banned any excavating from taking place at the site. But in 1999, an illegal excavation began which involved the careless removal of piles of dirt from under the Temple Mount. To preserve the relics that were found there, The Temple Mount Sifting Project began. Since then, 85 percent of the debris has been sifted through, though much of it remains to be studied. Join us on this series as we journey back in time and explore all the history that can be unearthed from the soil.
Credits
CREDITS: Developed & Hosted by Michael Lane. Produced & Edited by Noah Sauder. Graphics & Publication by Noah Sauder. Additional Art, Film, & Photography Credits: Stock media “Memories” provided by mv_production / Pond5 | Logo Stinger: Unsplash.com: Leinstravelier, Logan Moreno Gutierrez, Meggyn Pomerieau, Jaredd Craig, NASA, NOASS, USGS, Sam Carter, Junior REIS, Luka Vovk, Calvin Craig, Mario La Pergola, Timothy Eberly, Priscilla Du Preez, Ismael Paramo, Tingey Injury Law Firm, Dan Cristian Pădureț, Jakob Owens | Wikimedia: Darmouth University Public Domain, Kelvinsong CC0 | Stock media “A stately Story (Stiner02)” provided by lynnepublishing / Pond5
EPISODE 2: Where was the Temple? | 29 Minutes
Many critics state that there was never a Jewish Temple in Jerusalem, but archaeology has disproven that claim. Now the question is, where was the Temple located? The exact location of the Jewish Temple has been a subject of debate between many scholars. In today’s episode, Michael will reveal the four primary theories of where the Temple may have stood. Join us as we uncover this mystery of what may be the true location of the Temple by using evidence found in archaeology and history, along with what we read in Scriptures.
Credits
CREDITS: Developed & Hosted by Michael Lane. Produced & Edited by Noah Sauder. Graphics & Publication by Noah Sauder. Additional Art, Film, & Photography Credits: Stock media “Memories” provided by mv_production / Pond5 | Logo Stinger: Unsplash.com: Leinstravelier, Logan Moreno Gutierrez, Meggyn Pomerieau, Jaredd Craig, NASA, NOASS, USGS, Sam Carter, Junior REIS, Luka Vovk, Calvin Craig, Mario La Pergola, Timothy Eberly, Priscilla Du Preez, Ismael Paramo, Tingey Injury Law Firm, Dan Cristian Pădureț, Jakob Owens | Wikimedia: Darmouth University Public Domain, Kelvinsong CC0 | Stock media “A stately Story (Stiner02)” provided by lynnepublishing / Pond5
EPISODE 3: Pre-Israelite History of the Temple Mount | 19 Minutes
The geographical location of the Temple Mount has not always been known by the name it carries today. As we find in Scripture, the region has been called the Land of Moriah, Salem, and Jebus. When King David conquered the land, it was then given the name of Jerusalem. But the Bible doesn’t go into much detail about what happened at this location during the time of the patriarchs or the Exodus or the period of the Judges. So, what was taking place at this time in history? Who was there? The Temple Mount Sifting Project has offered us some clues with the ancient artifacts they have found. In fact, we may have evidence that indicates that the infamous Thutmose III may have been in that very area. Join us today as we travel back in time and unearth the ancient history of the Temple Mount.
Credits
CREDITS: Developed & Hosted by Michael Lane. Produced & Edited by Noah Sauder. Graphics & Publication by Noah Sauder. Additional Art, Film, & Photography Credits: Stock media “Memories” provided by mv_production / Pond5 | Logo Stinger: Unsplash.com: Leinstravelier, Logan Moreno Gutierrez, Meggyn Pomerieau, Jaredd Craig, NASA, NOASS, USGS, Sam Carter, Junior REIS, Luka Vovk, Calvin Craig, Mario La Pergola, Timothy Eberly, Priscilla Du Preez, Ismael Paramo, Tingey Injury Law Firm, Dan Cristian Pădureț, Jakob Owens | Wikimedia: Darmouth University Public Domain, Kelvinsong CC0 | Stock media “A stately Story (Stiner02)” provided by lynnepublishing / Pond5
EPISODE 4: The First Temple Period | 22 Minutes
In this week’s episode, we travel back to the time of the 10th Century BC, when Solomon’s Temple was constructed and stood as a holy place for the Jewish people. Some critics believe that the Jews never had a temple in Jerusalem, but what has been discovered by the Temple Mount Sifting Project contradicts that claim and supports what we read in the Bible. Today, we explore some of the ancient artifacts that have been found there and their significance to the period of the Temple.
Credits
CREDITS: Developed & Hosted by Michael Lane. Produced & Edited by Noah Sauder. Graphics & Publication by Noah Sauder. Additional Art, Film, & Photography Credits: Stock media “Memories” provided by mv_production / Pond5 | Logo Stinger: Unsplash.com: Leinstravelier, Logan Moreno Gutierrez, Meggyn Pomerieau, Jaredd Craig, NASA, NOASS, USGS, Sam Carter, Junior REIS, Luka Vovk, Calvin Craig, Mario La Pergola, Timothy Eberly, Priscilla Du Preez, Ismael Paramo, Tingey Injury Law Firm, Dan Cristian Pădureț, Jakob Owens | Wikimedia: Darmouth University Public Domain, Kelvinsong CC0 | Stock media “A stately Story (Stiner02)” provided by lynnepublishing / Pond5
EPISODE 5: the Persian Period and Zerubbabel’s Second Temple | 18 Minutes
In our last episode, we focused on the time of Solomon’s Temple, however that temple met its destruction in 586 BC when the Babylonians under Nebuchadnezzar destroyed it. Today, we will uncover the history in the 566-year period between its destruction and the rebuilding of the Temple by Herod the Great. And as we travel back in time, are there any artifacts that have been found that support all the historical events that took place? Tune in to find out!
Credits
CREDITS: Developed & Hosted by Michael Lane. Produced & Edited by Noah Sauder. Graphics & Publication by Noah Sauder. Additional Art, Film, & Photography Credits: Stock media “Memories” provided by mv_production / Pond5 | Logo Stinger: Unsplash.com: Leinstravelier, Logan Moreno Gutierrez, Meggyn Pomerieau, Jaredd Craig, NASA, NOASS, USGS, Sam Carter, Junior REIS, Luka Vovk, Calvin Craig, Mario La Pergola, Timothy Eberly, Priscilla Du Preez, Ismael Paramo, Tingey Injury Law Firm, Dan Cristian Pădureț, Jakob Owens | Wikimedia: Darmouth University Public Domain, Kelvinsong CC0 | Stock media “A stately Story (Stiner02)” provided by lynnepublishing / Pond5
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