Experts Discovered Evidence That Suggests Jesus Christ’s Tomb Is Much Older Than Previously Thought

Published on 04/28/2021
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According to the New Testament and Christian history, the Romans crucified Jesus of Nazareth 30 or 33, about 20 centuries ago. His body was placed in a tomb guarded by a Roman soldier, according to Luke’s Gospel. After that, Jesus was raised from the dead and ascended to heaven. The question of where exactly Christ’s tomb is located has piqued Christians’ interest ever since.

Experts Discovered Evidence That Suggests Jesus Christ's Tomb Is Much Older Than Previously Thought

Experts Discovered Evidence That Suggests Jesus Christ’s Tomb Is Much Older Than Previously Thought

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Crucified In Jerusalem

We know he was crucified and buried in Jerusalem, and his tomb has long been thought to be inside the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. This crypt is located beneath the Edicule, derived from the Latin word aedicule, which means “little building.” The tomb, according to legend, was a limestone cave.

Crucified In Jerusalem

Crucified In Jerusalem

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