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    Bible Lands Museum

    222 Reviews
    #27 of 316 things to do in Jerusalem
    History Museums, Museums
    25 Stefan Wise Street | Museum Row, Jerusalem 9104601, Israel
    +972 2-561-1066
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    “what awonderful museum”

    This museum is not as large or as all encompassing as the Israel Museum which is across the way but... read more

    Reviewed 4 September 2017
    Rifky K
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    “Bible museum”

    Beautiful museum A must to see in jerusalem Very quite place with secular treasures of the Jewish... read more

    Reviewed 24 August 2017
    Eric A
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    The Bible Lands Museum Jerusalem is the only museum in the world dedicated to the history of the Ancient Near East from a biblical perspective. The core exhibition displays an extraordinary collection of ancient art and archaeology tracing the roots of monotheism from the dawn of civilization to early Christianity.The treasures on display represent the physical evidence of civilization and events described in the Bible. Traditions, rituals, religions, and cultures are revealed through ancient ivories, mosaics, jewelry, seals, terra cotta and stone sculptures. The magnificent cultures of ancient Egypt, Sumer, Assyria and Babylon come to life before you.The exhibits feature the Assyrian ivories from Nimrud (circa 800 B.C.), sarcophagus of Julia Latronilla dated from the 4th century and an impressive collection of cylinder seals and scarabs.

    About Bible Lands Museum

    The Bible Lands Museum Jerusalem is the only museum in the world dedicated to the history of the Ancient Near East from a biblical perspective. The core exhibition displays an extraordinary collection of ancient art and archaeology tracing the roots of monotheism from the dawn of civilization to early Christianity.The treasures on display represent the physical evidence of civilization and events described in the Bible. Traditions, rituals, religions, and cultures are revealed through ancient ivories, mosaics, jewelry, seals, terra cotta and stone sculptures. The magnificent cultures of ancient Egypt, Sumer, Assyria and Babylon come to life before you.The exhibits feature the Assyrian ivories from Nimrud (circa 800 B.C.), sarcophagus of Julia Latronilla dated from the 4th century and an impressive collection of cylinder seals and scarabs.
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    • Average7%
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    Suggested Duration: 1-2 hours
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    Reviewed 4 September 2017
    what awonderful museum

    This museum is not as large or as all encompassing as the Israel Museum which is across the way but does have a wonderful collection of artifacts from archaeological finds in Israel It is well worth the time you spend to be amazed at the...More

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    Reviewed 24 August 2017 via mobile
    Bible museum

    Beautiful museum A must to see in jerusalem Very quite place with secular treasures of the Jewish bible

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    Reviewed 11 August 2017 via mobile
    Exciting visit on a hot summer day

    We searched for a shelter from the sun and found very enriching and exciting tour to the mid east countries history. Many historical and Archaeological findings. That made my continuous chase after my toddler lighter.. 😀. I can personaly visit the museum again for half...More

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    Reviewed 14 July 2017 via mobile
    Enriching day at the bible landa musem

    I was surprised to discover this enriching museum, beyond interesting. Revels the story of human kind from the first hunter gatherers to the modern man. Infinite unique pieces oh history that are a MUST for every person who lives/visits Jerusalem

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    Reviewed 11 July 2017
    History of the Bible comes alive

    We spent a quiet morning ambling through the exhibits: First we followed the permanent and well-set-up exhibit displaying artifacts along the time line from Babylonia to modern Israel. (Guided tours and recorded tours - both excellent - are both available for those who want them.)...More

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    Reviewed 4 July 2017
    Great Collection and Programs for Kids

    Not as large as its next door neighbor the Israel Museum, this Bible Lands focuses mainly on antiques from the Middle East and Fertile Crescent. The museum provides detailed explanations of the artifacts, and a good overall picture of the people and places of that...More

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    Reviewed 18 June 2017 via mobile
    History made real

    Make sure to download the BLMJ audio tour app before you get there, their wifi is very slow, and the app is a must to get the most out of your tour. We enjoyed ourselves and learned so much it was amazing. as a side...More

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    Reviewed 15 June 2017
    Amazing historical and archaeological museum

    I spent 4.5 hours at the BLMJ (and I have see every single artefact and model; read every single table and description; listened to every single recording on my audio guide), but I think you can see it all in less than two hours. As...More

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    Reviewed 10 June 2017
    Love archaeology? Then it is a must do

    It is a very nice museum, lots of well preserved items presented. Presents many sides of view whether Christian of Jewish.

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    Reviewed 27 May 2017
    Excellent museum

    This museum is across the road from the Israel Museum in Jerusalem, so the best thing is to make a day of it and visit both of them. The Bible Lands Museum shows interesting archeological items (Egyptian, Roman, Greek, Persian,etc. ) and they are well...More

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    Sorry but I do not know which bus to take. I've always gone on Shabbat and walked it from close to Hapalmach. It is about a 30 minute walk on a slight uphill incline after you get tot he Valley of the Cross.
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