Curated OER
Web Gallery of Art: Crusaders Thirsting Near Jerusalem
An image of "Crusaders Thirsting near Jerusalem", created by Francesco Hayez from 1836-50 (Oil on canvas).
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Web Gallery of Art: Entry of Christ Into Jerusalem
An image of "Entry of Christ into Jerusalem", created by Pietro Lorenzetti, c. 1320 (Fresco).
Curated OER
Web Gallery of Art: Entry of Christ Into Jerusalem
An image of "Entry of Christ into Jerusalem", created by Sir Anthony Van Dyck, c. 1617 (Oil on canvas, 151 x 229 cm).
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Web Gallery of Art: Entry Into Jerusalem
An image of "Entry into Jerusalem", created by Pedro Orrente, c. 1620 (Oil on canvas, 112 x 127 cm).
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Web Gallery of Art: Entry of Christ Into Jerusalem
An image of "Entry of Christ into Jerusalem", created by Francois De Nomez (Oil on canvas, 50 x 37 cm).
Curated OER
Cyril of Jerusalem, From "Pictorial Lives of the Saints"
A biography of Cyril. It includes an overview of his theological views and religious significance in the early church.
Curated OER
Etc: Clip Art Etc: Wailing Place of the Jews at Jerusalem
In Judaism, the Western Wall is venerated as the sole remnant of the Holy Temple. It has become a place of pilgrimage for Jews, as it is the closest permitted accessible site to the holiest spot in Judaism, namely the Even ha-shetiya or...
Other
Matthew Henry's Commentary: Lamentations 1
An overview of the entire book of Lamentations and then chapter by chapter overviews given by Matthew Henry.
Other
Book Review: Nehemiah
Review of a children's book written about Nehemiah that highlights the man and his religious significance.
The History Place
The History Place: Holocaust Timeline
This site is a chronology of the events between January 30, 1933 when Hitler became Chancellor and, and the year 1961 when Eichmann was on trial in Jerusalem. There are many useful links that connect you with pictures and photos.
Other
The Bible and Archaeology: King David's Reign: A Nation United
Detailed discussion of King David's rise to power in Jerusalem and his significance.
American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise
Jewish Virtual Library: The Kibbutz
A Jerusalem Post article that provides background about the Israeli kibbutz movement which is a unique rural community where its members work and live. Includes data on population, and material on organization, types of work, raising...
Online Reference Book for Medieval Studies
Orb: The Second Crusade, Rome 1145
A thorough chronology of the Second Crusade, from inception to defeat.
CGFA
Carol Gerten Fine Arts: Duccio Di Buoninsegna
This presentation provides a list of Duccio di Buoninsegna's work (complete with pictures), as well as a brief biography.
Stanford University
Stanford History Education Group: First Crusade
[Free Registration/Login Required] A lesson designed to understand perspectives of Muslims and Christians during the First Crusade. Access primary source documents and a PowerPoint presentation to aid in discussion.
Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: Flavian Emperors: Reign of Vespasian
This passage from the 1901 textbook of William Morey discusses the beginning of the Flavian dynasty and its first emperor, Vespasian.
PBS
Pbs: Jewels of Islamic Architecture
Photographs and filmed footage of five Islamic architectural masterpieces: Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem, the Mosque of Ibn Tulun in Cairo, the Great Mosque of Damascus, the Alhambra in Granada, and the Mosque of Shaykh Lutfallah in...
Other
Jewish Agency: Natan Sharansky
Known for his human rights activism and his struggle with Soviet Jewry, Natan Sharansky's life is in preview here. After being imprisoned by the Soviets for being a spy for the CIA, Sharansky was released and thereby emigrated to...
Boise State University
History of the Crusades
A class that is available online includes the following Study Units: The Creation of Outremer, Outremer through the Fall of Edessa, Jerusalem Lost, Crusading Fervor, The Last Years and After. Other helpful pages offer timelines, maps,...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Jews of Israel
The state of Israel came into formal existence on 14 May 1948. The United States recognized the new state on the same day, and the Soviet Union followed on 18 May. On 15 May 1948 the new state was invaded by the armies of Egypt, Iraq,...
Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: Times of Pompey and Caesar:the Rise of Pompey
In a passage from William Morey's 1901 textbook, we learn of the military brilliance of Pompey.
Christian Classics Ethereal Library
World Wide Study Bible: 1 Chronicles
Jackpot! This site provides links to many different Internet sites about 1 Chronicles. Simply click on the site title and you can read more detailed information about the book.
Loyola University Chicago
De Imperatoribus Romanis: Hadrian, Emperor of Rome
This site details the life of this wandering emperor. Does a nice job of balancing the good and the questionable information about him. Includes a possible list of places he visited on his extensive travels, as well as his emphasis on...
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Byzantine Studies: Byzantine Studies on the Internet
At this site from Fordham University you can access a wealth of information on the Byzantine Empire, from journal articles, to photo galleries, to downloadable software.
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