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Discover the place where faith begins.

EXPLORE WITH US

Ballooning over Capadokia, Turkey.

Ballooning over Capadokia, Turkey.

Explore outside

Discover the variety of trips planned to the landing zone of the biblical story. Find an adventure that aligns with the goals and style of a Bible Land Explorer or let Mark design a unique experience for your small group, congregation, or school.

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EXPLORe VICARIOUSLY

Travel scrapes off the barnacles and opens up the Bible Land Explorer to greater self-awareness, the fragility of the environment, and the need for grace. Find stories of adventure (and misadventure) here.

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Freshwater crab. Tel Dan Nature Reserve, Israel. Photo by Mike Taylor.

Freshwater crab. Tel Dan Nature Reserve, Israel. Photo by Mike Taylor.

Mark in Jerusalem. Photo by Arley Fuentes.

Mark in Jerusalem. Photo by Arley Fuentes.

Explore inside

Start with what is near before studying what is distant. Contemplation, engagement, and observation are essential skills for the aspiring Bible Land Explorer. Links to select university course materials are collected here.

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EXPLORe TOGETHER

The mission of Bible Land Explorer springs from a faith perspective within the Christian community. Discover more about that mission and listen to how it is conceived, received, and applied in a variety of contexts.

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Shepherd and Tell Jalul excavations, Jordan .

Shepherd and Tell Jalul excavations, Jordan.

Observe. Engage. Contemplate.