Five lenses
Different evidence answers different questions
Scripture is identified by passage. Early Christian tradition is attributed to ancient witnesses and not presented as direct biblical statement. Archaeological evidence explains material context without being used as theological proof.
Scholarly interpretation is attributed where views differ. Guide reflection is labeled as field insight rather than converted into fact.
- Scripture
- Early Christian tradition
- Archaeological evidence
- Scholarly interpretation
- Our guides’ reflections
Sources
Prefer sources close to the evidence
Pages prioritize biblical references, primary early Christian texts, official excavation and museum resources, UNESCO, universities and responsible scholarly publications.
Commercial tour websites are not treated as historical authorities. Existing Seven Churches Tour material is preserved where useful, then verified and reorganized.
Authorship
Name only the people who did the work
Important pages support a written-by line, relevant verified role, review date, sources and corrections contact. A reviewed-by line appears only after a real reviewer has completed that work.
Academic titles, theological positions and published credentials are never invented. Pages without an individual byline are identified as prepared by the editorial team.