Biblical World
Kristine Garroway - Growing Up in Ancient Israel
Nov 27, 2023
Dr. Kristine Garroway discusses children in ancient Israel, exploring their health, religious roles, and societal value. She sheds light on burial practices, birthing practices, and the unique experiences of children during that time.
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- Burial practices reflected the value of children in ancient Israel, transitioning from jar burials to family tombs.
- Children in ancient Israel were actively involved in religious practices from a young age, emphasizing passing down values.
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Children's Value and Status Marker in Burial Practices
Children in ancient Israel were highly valued and burial practices reflected this significance. In pre-Israelite periods, infants were often buried under houses in jar burials, possibly symbolizing rebirth. However, during the Israelite period, a shift occurred, with children being buried in family tombs alongside adults. This practice of bench tombs in Judea emphasized the unity of families in life and death, marking children as integral members of Judean society.
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