Excavating the Evidence for Jesus — Season 1, Episode 10: Nazareth and Childhood
30 min • 1 season, 10 episodes
Episode synopsis
Artifacts, tombs, pottery, and structures dating to the 1st century have been excavated in Nazareth, demonstrating that the town was occupied in the time of Jesus (Matthew 2:21-23). Further, two houses from the 1st century have been uncovered, and finds such as stone vessels for ritual washing indicate residents were Jews who observed the Mosaic Law. One house had a church built around it in the 5th century AD (Church of the Nutrition), revered as the childhood home of Jesus (Luke 2:39-40). This house was abandoned after the 1st century AD.
About Excavating the Evidence for Jesus
Archaeologist and author, Dr. Titus Kennedy, explores the scripture, history, archaeology, and evidence for the ancient world surrounding the birth of Jesus Christ. The home base for the series is Dr. Kennedy’s research lair, a secret basement where he stores maps, slides, tools, and artifacts from his various excavations and adventures. In addition to teaching with a collection of old school resources, Titus treks outside his lair for special visits to Israel’s archaeology sites and museums. Designed for all ages, Excavating the Evidence for Jesus is fun and educational, encouraging families to dig deeper into the Gospel accounts together.