This fascinating issue introduces readers to the science of archaeology and the impact of this new science on Scripture studies. Readers journey with McNamer to an actual "dig" at Bethsaida in the Holy Land and explore this ancient town where Jesus lived. "The discoveries at Bethsaida help us make the words of Jesus come alive," writes McNamer. "What is presently being unearthed at Bethsaida goes directly back to the time of Jesus and the earliest Christian community." She shows how biblical archaeology frequently corroborates the biblical record and always enriches our understanding of the biblical world.