Kiriath-Jearim
Contents
10 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to the ancient site of Kiriath-Jearim, a place where the echoes of biblical narratives intersect profoundly with the rigorous discipline of modern archaeology. As you stand at the base of this remarkable hill, breathing…
Listen in the app2The Ascent Path and the Ancient Border
As we begin our walk up the incline, take a moment to look southward toward the modern highway. That bustling artery is Highway One, the primary road connecting the coastal plain of Tel Aviv to the highland city of Jerusalem. …
Listen in the app3The Iron Age Terrace Walls
Continuing our ascent, we reach the lower slopes where the true archaeological magic of Kiriath-Jearim begins to physically reveal itself. Notice the distinct lines of terraces that cut across the hillside above us. …
Listen in the app4The Camp of Dan
Let us pause here in this shaded, partially wooded section of the mid slope. Take a deep breath. …
Listen in the app5The House of Abinadab and the Ark Narrative
We now approach a flatter area just below the final summit. Conceptually, we are standing in the thematic heart of Kiriath-Jearim, the space historically associated with the House of Abinadab. …
Listen in the app6The Summit Compound and the Northern Temple
We have finally reached the top. Notice immediately how incredibly flat this summit is, a jarring contrast to the naturally rounded peaks of the surrounding Judean landscape. …
Listen in the app7The Roman Garrison and Hellenistic Era
As we walk across the flattened expanse of the summit, it is crucial to recognize that the story of Kiriath-Jearim did not end when the Northern Kingdom collapsed. In the late eighth century before the common era, the mighty…
Listen in the app8The Byzantine Ruins of Deir el-Azar
Moving toward the eastern edge of the summit, we encounter the fascinating remnants of the Byzantine period. After the military might of the Roman legions faded, a new kind of occupation took hold of Kiriath-Jearim, an occupation…
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As we reach the highest and most prominent point of the summit, we are confronted with the striking architecture of the modern Church of Our Lady of the Ark of the Covenant. This beautiful structure, with its commanding statue…
Listen in the app10Final Reflections Overlooking Jerusalem
Let us conclude our journey by stepping to the southern edge of the summit compound, gazing back out over Highway One toward the distant, hazy hills of Jerusalem. As we take in this breathtaking vista, we must address the final,…
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What is Kiriath-Jearim?
Kiriath-Jearim is a place with 10 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Type | Heritage |
|---|---|
| Story sections | 10 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 31.8090, 35.1038 |
| Last updated |
