Author’s Note: This map draws heavily upon the careful work of Dr. Leen Ritmeyer (www.ritmeyer.com) regarding the probable location of gates, walls, and other features, though I have deviated at points from his data, based on my own research and conclusions. A wealth of archaeological evidence supports the existence and location of many of the […]
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Audio-Visual Reading of Genesis 14
Genesis 14 Genesis 14 recounts the story of the failed revolt by the cities of the plain and the subsequent capture and rescue of Abram’s nephew Lot.
Poster Map of the Tribes of Reuben, Gad, and Manasseh (East)
Though technically not part of the land promised to the Israelites in Numbers 34, the land immediately east of the Jordan River and the northern basin of the Dead Sea (often referred to today as the Transjordan) was conquered by the Israelites as they were preparing to enter the Promised Land (Numbers 21:21-35; 32:1-42; Deuteronomy […]
Announcing Bible Mapper, Jr.!
Bible Mapper is pleased to announce the launch of Bible Mapper, Jr.! The new site hosts a growing collection of resources specifically designed to help kids understand where the stories of the Bible happened and why it matters. Each map lesson includes a kid-friendly map, a Bible reading, a Life Lesson, and an article that […]
Audio-Visual Reading of Joshua 17
Joshua 17 Joshua 17 recounts the allotment given to the half tribe of Manasseh as well as the second allotment given to the tribe of Joseph, that is, Manasseh and Ephraim.