Bible news today

Here are some recent news stories related to the Bible:

Archaeological Discoveries

• Excavations at the ancient city of Lachish in Israel have uncovered a 2,700-year-old biblical-era temple (Source: Haaretz)
• Archaeologists have discovered a 3,000-year-old inscription in the ancient city of Tel Dan in Israel, which mentions the biblical kingdom of Aram (Source: The Times of Israel)

Biblical Manuscripts

• A rare 1,500-year-old biblical manuscript has been discovered in the Vatican Library, containing a previously unknown version of the Gospel of Matthew (Source: The Guardian)
• A team of scholars has completed a 10-year project to digitize and analyze the oldest complete Bible in the world, the Codex Sinaiticus (Source: BBC News)

Biblical Interpretation

• A new study suggests that the biblical account of the Exodus from Egypt may have been influenced by the ancient Egyptian practice of "divine kingship" (Source: The Conversation)
• A group of scholars has launched a new initiative to promote a more nuanced understanding of biblical interpretation and to challenge traditional views of the Bible (Source: The Christian Post)

Biblical Art and Culture

• A new exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City features a collection of biblical art from the 16th to the 20th centuries (Source: The New York Times)
• A new film, "Mary Magdalene," tells the story of the biblical figure from a feminist perspective (Source: The Hollywood Reporter)

Biblical Ethics and Morality

• A new study suggests that the biblical prohibition against same-sex relationships may have been influenced by cultural and social factors rather than divine revelation (Source: The Washington Post)
• A group of Christian leaders has issued a statement calling for greater compassion and understanding towards LGBTQ+ individuals in the church (Source: Christianity Today)

These are just a few examples of recent news stories related to the Bible. I hope you find them interesting and informative!