Several sites can provide access to extra-Biblical writings that can help shed light on life in Biblical times.
- The Works of Josephus: Josephus was a 1st Century Jewish historian who witnessed the sack of Jerusalem and wrote two important works, The Jewish War and The Antiquities of the Jews. These works provide valuable insight into first century Judaism and the background of early Christianity.
- Writings of the Early Church Fathers: The Ante-Nicene Fathers consist of 10 volumes spanning the time from the Apostolic Fathers to various third and fourth century sources including Polycarp, Ignatius and Clement of Rome.