Here is Amir explaining the "open" culture at Bet Shean. He is sitting...with others...On the line of ancient toilets in the public bath house!
Month: March 2014
View from the Tel at Bet Shean
Because Bet Shean was a Greco-Roman city, the focus was self-interest. It was all about looking good, so shops, spas, gymnasiums and entertainment were prevalent. We saw that clearly in these ruins. Biblically, Bet Shean was the capital of the Decapolis cities, and Saul and Jonathon's heads were impaled on the walls following their deaths. …
Bet Shean
Ancient city, built 600 years before Christ. Fully excavated. Greco-Roman city, thus very pagan. Notice the "tel" (hill) in the background.
Up to Jerusalem
Broker Tov! (Good morning!) While it is Sunday evening back home, it is Monday morning in Israel and we are about to go "up to Jerusalem!! Here in Israel you go "up" to Jerusalem, regardless of what direction you go. Jerusalem is a city on a hill, and we will take a route commonly used …
Looking for the Blessed Hope 