Jodi Magness
Noah’s Ark mosaic uncovered in ancient Galilee synagogue
By Michele Chabin — August 2, 2016
JERUSALEM (RNS) The mosaic, dating to the fifth century, includes pairs of bears, donkeys, leopards, camels, lions, ostriches and snakes, just as described in the Book of Genesis.
Elephants unearthed: Ancient synagogue mosaic yields nonbiblical images
By Michele Chabin — August 12, 2014
(RNS) Until now, “all stories found decorating ancient synagogues have been taken from the Hebrew Bible,” said archaeologist Jodi Magness.
‘Jerusalem,’ a tribute to the holy city, comes to the giant screen
By Lauren Markoe — November 14, 2013
(RNS) It may be as close as most people get to praying at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the Al-Aqsa Mosque and at the Western Wall, without actually going there.
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