Lydda Pronunciation

Lod (Lydda), Israel

A study of the historical (and archaeological) evidence for the city known today as Lydda. The story really begins in the Persian/hellenistic periods and most of the available evidence relates to Roman times. There is a discussion of the morphology of Lod and of its ancient economy.

Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language, the pronunciation revised by P.H. Phelp

Discover the Holy Land

This travel guide focuses on places that Holy Land tour groups typically visit and gives major attention to connections between the Bible and the land. The Holy Land is understood to overlap both present-day Israel and Jordan, so places like Gilead, Mount Nebo, Bethany-beyond-the-Jordan, and Petra are included. And while the biblical periods and biblical connections remain in the forefront, these are explored in the context of the Holy Land's long and fascinating history. Ancient "tells" dating back to the Bronze Age, colonnaded streets and temples from Hellenistic and Roman times, early Christian pilgrimage destinations, Crusader castles, Mamluk and Ottoman fortifications--all illustrated with chronological charts, maps, site plans, and photographs.