Artza brings the best of the Holy Land to your doorstep! Artza gathers unique items from artisans throughout the Holy Land to provide a multi-sensory way to experience the Holy Land without leaving home!
Artza boxes feature different items each quarter. This quarter’s box is the Biblical Archaeology box, with items representing an archaeology theme. Some of history’s most extraordinary archaeological discoveries are found in the Holy Land, so this is a perfect theme for an Artza box!
I love Biblical Archaeology. Intriguingly, items and buildings that are thousands of years old can still be found and tell their story! I love hearing about archaeologists’ discoveries in the Holy Land. Here’s my favorite Biblical Archaeology channel.
I’ve been getting Artza boxes for a while now, and they have been getting better and better! This box is by far my favorite one yet. Here are the items in the Biblical Archaeology box.
Dead Sea Scrolls and Inkwell
This inkwell is my favorite item in the Biblical Archaeology box! Discovered alongside the famous jars containing the Dead Sea Scrolls, the Dead Sea inkwells were used to write those texts thousands of years ago. This box includes an inkwell replica with a reed pen and scroll bearing Psalm 122:7 in Hebrew. It also comes with a card with the Hebrew alphabet and even the Ancient Hebrew alphabet. There’s even a place in the Artzabox booklet to trace some Hebrew words.
Wooden Ark Building Kit
Made by Touchwood Designs in Jerusalem, this ready-to-build kit is a tiny replica of the Ark of the Covenant in the Bible. All of the pieces are pre-cut. All you have to do is punch them out of the wood piece and assemble! The assembly instructions are easy, and it doesn’t require glue, nails, or any other supplies other than what’s included.
Wax Stamp and Sealing Wax
This stamp includes wax that can seal five envelopes. But the fascinating thing about the stamp is the design on it. It’s made to resemble a 2,000-year-old ancient coin found in Israel. The stamp is attractive and of good quality, and the gold wax is cut into hexagonal shapes that are just the right size to press with the seal.
Hand-Pressed Hebrew Cards
These hand-made raw paper cards feature a Hebrew word (translated into English) printed on the front and a Bible verse inside. Envelopes are included! The edges of the cards and envelopes are raw, giving them a unique natural appearance. These would be a perfect place to use the seal and sealing wax included in this box for a lovely note of thanks or encouragement to a loved one!
Linen Pillowcase Cover
Featuring loaves and fish from Jesus’s miracle of feeding the 5,000 in the Gospels, this pillowcase cover will fit an 18×18 inch pillow. It is a natural brown color delicately designed with grey/light black ink. There’s a zipper on the back to insert and remove a pillow easily.
Red Lentil Spice Mix
You’ll appreciate the savory aroma of this blend as soon as you open it! This red lentil mix is a ready-to-cook meal or side dish in an attractive container. The Mediterranean Red Lentils recipe is in this Artza box booklet. You’ll need the red lentil mix, olive oil, salt, water, and parsley to make it. That’s it! It only needs to simmer for 10 minutes, so it will take under 30 minutes to make.
Galilean Anointing Oil
This oil is reminiscent of the anointing oil mentioned in the Bible, containing the scents of frankincense and myrrh. Its light fragrance is perfect for an anointing oil or other various purposes. It comes in a glass container with a roller ball for easy application.
Za’atar Cashews
These nuts are a delicious addition to this box. These cashew nuts are flavored with hyssop and other herbs and are roasted in Israel. They’re a low-sugar and tasty, protein-filled snack.
The Biblical Archaeology Artza box is the one I like the most so far. The items included are valuable and meaningful. What a fantastic way to learn about the Holy Land!