Apr 2, 2026 · Explore new archaeological and forensic evidence revealing Roman crucifixion methods, including analysis of a first-century crucified man's remains found in Jerusalem.

Jan 6, 2026 · The history of crucifixion was brought to life when the heel bones of a young man were found in a Jerusalem tomb, pierced by an iron nail.

Crucifixion was a method of punishment and/or execution practiced by Assyrians, Phoenicians, Persians, Greeks, Seleucids, Ptolemies and Romans during Biblical times.

4 days ago · Gospel accounts of Jesus’s execution do not specify how exactly Jesus was secured to the cross. Yet in Christian tradition, Jesus had his palms and feet pierced with nails. Even though Roman …

Mar 24, 2026 · Explore how the cross transformed from a shameful Roman execution device into Christianity’s central symbol. Discover early Christian attitudes, artistic developments, and …

Mar 15, 2025 · Crucifixion images abound today—from sculptures and icons in churches to the masterful paintings hanging in museums. But how many of these actually give us a realistic idea of what Jesus’ …

Sep 30, 2025 · When did Christians start to depict images of Jesus on the cross? Larry Hurtado highlights an early Christian staurogram that sets the date back by 150–200 years.

Oct 15, 2024 · A recent surprise discovery near Fenstanton in southeastern England, has shed light on the gruesome execution practice of Roman crucifixion.

Apr 4, 2026 · Archaeological evidence regarding the location of Golgotha, where Jesus was crucified, suggests the Church of the Holy Sepulchre—or clues beneath the Church of the Redeemer—may …

Feb 15, 2026 · James Tabor explores the Last Supper, arguing Jesus’ final meal was not a Passover Seder but a Wednesday gathering before his Thursday crucifixion in 30 CE.