An Essene community of scribes was believed to have lived in Qumran which is now a National Park. First we saw a movie that described what life may have been like in Qumran. There is even some speculation that the gospel writer, Luke, was part of this sect before becoming a Christian. Continue reading “Qumran”
Ein Gedi
Ein Gedi was a Biblical hideout location for David and his followers when David fled from King Saul. Today there is a modern entrance and great signage. King Saul would have appreciated that I’m sure!
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Masada
We checked out of the Daniel – Dead Sea Hotel and headed toward Masada.
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