Key Information
Jericho
| Type | City |
| Founded | Before 1500 BCE |
| Founded by | Caananites |
| Modern Name | Yeriẖo, also Tell es-Sultan |
Learning Point
- Jericho was the first city conquered by the Israelites in the land of Canaan, and was described as a powerful city. There has been a lot of archaeological research done at the site of the city, and many interesting buildings and remains have been found showing it to be a very old city. Other Bible events happened around Jericho all the way into Christian times.
Project
- Draw a scene from the Bible that was in Jericho.
- Overview
- Tower of Jericho
Location
| Located in | West Bank, Palestine |
Fun Facts
- The name of Jericho possibly means “Moon City“.
- It is thought to be one of the oldest cities in the world.
- Many different layers of construction have been found showing that it was lived in at different times.
- There is a lot of disagreement with the exact dates of different remains found in Jericho.
Past Lessons
| 148 | November 14, 2024 | (North America) |