Among those who had gathered to honour Pope Francis was 55-year-old Palestinian Azzam Elias, from Bethlehem, who was only ...

“Christian texts mention that the moon turned to blood after Jesus’s crucifixion — potentially referring to a lunar eclipse, ...

Archaeologists uncovered hidden inscriptions and graffiti left by medieval pilgrims on the walls of the Cenacle, the site of ...

On the Saturday before Easter, thousands of Christians gather in the dark and cavernous Church of the Holy Sepulcher for a ...

Recent archaeological findings in Jerusalem are bringing Bible stories to life. New scientific evidence about Jesus’ burial ...

From the location of the “place of skulls” to ancient Jewish burial rites, here’s what archaeologists do—and don’t—know about ...

Throughout history, Christians have often believed Pontius Pilate was reluctant to condemn Jesus. History suggests otherwise, ...

The traditional location of Jesus Christ's tomb is the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. But does the historical evidence support this tradition?

The early results from a long-awaited excavation of the quarry beneath the Church of the Holy Sepulchre are nothing short of ...

When people began to call Jesus their king and their Lord, it was a threat to the established order. The tension on the first ...

Thousands of people recited prayers while carrying large wooden crosses and walking through the streets of the Old City of ...

Palm Sunday, the first celebration observed during Holy Week, honors Jesus Christ's last days on earth. Here's what to know ...