King Solomon

‘Royal’ purple fabric found in Israel dates to days of David and Solomon

By Michele Chabin — February 3, 2021
JERUSALEM (RNS) — Researchers in Israel have identified pieces of fabric dyed ‘true purple’ dating to the 10th century BCE, when David and Solomon ruled in Jerusalem, according to the Hebrew Bible.

Archaeologists dig up fabrics dating back to kings David and Solomon

By Michele Chabin — February 24, 2016
JERUSALEM (RNS) The fabrics provide “new and important information” about the Edomites, the descendants of Esau who often fought against the ancient Israelites.

Why did Snoop Dogg change his name when he became a Rasta?

By Daniel Burke — August 2, 2012

(RNS) The hip-hop artist formerly known as Snoop Dogg has taken a new name that reflects his religious conversion. So, did Snoop have to change his name when he became a Rasta? By Daniel Burke.

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