Were the pyramids around when Jesus was alive?
Were the pyramids around when Jesus was alive? It was a far different world when these maps were made. Two thousand years ago, around the time that Jesus of Nazareth was born, the second Holy Temple was still standing in Jerusalem. The Great Pyramid at Giza was already 2,500 years old, but the Library of Alexandria was still around.
What does God say about dinosaurs?
The Bible doesn't specifically address dinosaurs, when they existed, or how they became extinct. The closest examples of dinosaur-like creatures are translated in most Bibles as “serpent,” “dragon,” “Leviathan,” “Behemoth,” and “sea monster” (Job 3:8, Job 40:15-24, Isaiah 27:1, Ezekiel 29:3, etc.).
Did Mary and Joseph see the pyramids?
Continuing their way southwards, the Holy family passed the Fortress of Babylon (Old Cairo, 15) and saw the pyramids of Giza. According to tradition there used to be a palm tree at Giza under which the Blessed Virgin Mary nursed Baby Jesus.
Did the pyramids have anything to do with religion?
Pyramids were built for religious purposes. The Egyptians were one of the first civilizations to believe in an afterlife. They believed that a second self called the ka lived within every human being.
Are the Great pyramids of Egypt mentioned in the Bible?
The construction of the pyramids is not specifically mentioned in the Bible. What we believe about their purpose does not impinge on any biblical doctrine.
What does the Bible say about the pyramids?
The construction of the pyramids is not specifically mentioned in the Bible. What we believe about their purpose does not impinge on any biblical doctrine.
How far did Jesus walk?
His journey was not a tour — it was more like a series of expeditions. The gospels give us a detailed accounting of these walks and destinations and it is calculated that during the three years of Jesus' public ministry he walked approximately 3,125 miles.