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Near East Definition

Ancient term referring to the area of Israel and the countries surrounding it, including Egypt and Babylonia.

Necropolis Definition

Burial ground.

Negev Definition

Word means "dry" or "parched." Desert on the southern edge of Israel, south of the Judea Mountains. The Israelites wandered here during their 40 years in the wilderness. Home of Jacob, father of the 12 tribes, and many desert n...

Nehemiah Definition

A Hebrew leader of the 5th century BC.

Neokoros Definition

Title borne by a city which possessed a temple dedicated to the imperial cult.

Neptune Definition

Roman god of the sea and earthquakes. Brother of Zeus and Hades

New City Definition

During and after Jesus' time, the city expanded north, and many wealthy people built large villas in this new area of Jerusalem. Herod Agrippa walled it about thirty or more years after Jesus? crucifixion.

Nike Definition

Greek god of victory, pictured with a wreath. Granddaughter of Oceanus, daughter of Styx.

North Wall Definition

The Antonia fortress was located here. Built by Herod the Great, this fortress guarded the northern side of Jerusalem and held Roman troops during Jesus' time who watched the temple activities. Paul was probably brought to the Antonia after his ar...

Northern Kingdom Definition

When Israel divided after Solomon's death (926 BC), the northern 10 tribes under Jeroboam became the northern kingdom, or Israel. The Assyrians destroyed them in 722 BC.

Nymphaeum Definition

"Temple of Nymphs"; an ornamental fountain with statues.

Obsidian Definition

Silicon hardened like glass in a volcanic eruption.

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