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“The Houses of Ivory Shall Perish”

The Samarian ivories show the connection between ivory and idolatry in Ahab’s Israel. Continue reading

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Shebna’s Tomb — “The Lord Will Carry Thee Away”

Erecting showy monuments to yourself never ends well, of whatever material they are made and wherever you build them. Continue reading

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