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Immerse Yourself in the Bible

and the Land of Israel

Become a Student at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem

erusalem has long been considered the University attracts a diverse student body year long dream of mine to study archaeology
very center of the world. The city has from all over the world. Jews, Christians, and in Israel at Hebrew University. I wanted to
been the stage throughout history where Muslims of all ages come together here, get to complement my theological studies with an
the world’s most dramatic and historic know each other, and pursue a common quest understanding of the Land of Israel to gain a
Jmoments have taken place. Nations for knowledge and research. greater appreciation of the ancient cultures,
have fought over it. Kings have ruled from it. geography, and history of the Bible to which
Prophets have declared its future. And the Archaeology Makes Biblical I’ve dedicated my life,” Richard says.
greatest stories ever told have been centered History Tangible
in this ancient city. To walk the streets of Among the many degree programs, some The program includes excavations at sites of
Jerusalem today is to experience the course particularly stand out, offering students the great historical and biblical significance. For
of history, to touch the divine mystery, and to opportunity to acquire academic expertise and example, at Tel Abel Beth Maacah near Metula
stand in awe of the perennial wonder. hands-on experience that will complement in northern Israel, a site mentioned in 2 Samuel
their spiritual pursuits. The Master’s program 20:14-15. Students spend a month there
In the midst of this ancient city, perched high in Archaeology and the Ancient Near East, excavating on site not only to uncover Israel’s
atop Mount Scopus, is the Hebrew University for example, immerses students in the history past, but also to deepen their understanding of
of Jerusalem (HUJI), an institute which for and ancient culture of the Land of the Bible. the ancient cultures of the biblical era.
more than 100 years has embodied the spirit Covering a period of approximately 6,000
of Jerusalem and the wonder of Israel through years, the program examines the history and Excelling as a Community Leader
is various and unique academic programs. The culture of ancient Israel and its neighboring Another degree program offered by HUJI, the
university was founded in 1918, and today it is cultures during the Bronze and Iron Ages. MA in Nonprofit Management and Leadership,
recognized as one of the top 100 universities is ideal for those desiring to expand their
in the world. For Richard Liverance from Los Angeles, CA, skills as community leaders – a prospect that
registering for HUJI’s program in archaeology was particularly appealing to Nic Lesmeister,
With more than 50 English-language degree was a logical continuation in his path as a a pastor and expert in church and Jewish
programs in a variety of different fields, Hebrew pastor and teacher. “Actually, it has been a 30- relations. Originally from Minnesota, Nic

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