Galilee
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1: Introduction to the Moral Law – From Sinai to Galilee
The Ten Commandments and the Teachings of Jesus: A Theological, Cultural, and Political Exposition 1. Introduction The Ten Commandments, also known as the Decalogue, are among the most foundational ethical instructions in biblical theology. Revealed to Moses on Mount Sinai (Exodus 19–20), these commandments constitute the moral heart of the…
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13: Place Names and Religious Pilgrimage: Mapping Sacred Journeys in Israel
1. Introduction Place names in Israel are deeply entwined with religious pilgrimage traditions across Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. This article explores how the naming of pilgrimage sites shapes spiritual journeys, reinforces religious identities, and sustains cultural heritage. 2. Pilgrimage in Judaism Jewish pilgrimage traditionally centred on Jerusalem and its Temple…