Biblical Oil Lamps, Oil Lamps Used During Ancient Biblical Times

This type of oil lamp was common in Judea during the ministry of Jesus. Known as the Herodian because of its widespread use during the reign of Herod the Great in Israel. This lamp was wheel-made with the spout applied by hand. This lamp is an authentic reproduction, handcrafted in Israel and is made out of terracotta. For use with olive oil. Includes wick and instructions. Approximate size: 3.25"-3.75" by 2.5". Sizes may vary.

Our Holy Land Olive Oil Lamps are now available with a special finish that will repel water or oil. The special finish does NOT change the natural looking characteristics of the terracotta at all. It is an invisible finish.

Please read size description before ordering. This lamp will fit in the palm of your hand.

Order Options

No Special Finish; two wicks $14.95 Gift Box Included

Special Finish; two wicks $18.95 Gift Box Included

Bulk Price : No Special Finish (10 Lamps) for $115.00 No Gift Box

Bulk Price : Special Finish (10 Lamps) for $160.00 Gift Box Included

Replacement Wicks (package of 10) for $4.50

Golgotha, Byzantine Oil Lamp Circa AD 300 to 500

A Byzantine "candlestick" lamp. Many researchers call menorah, although some call it palm branch, as many were used in Christian as well as Jewish homes of the 5th and 6th centuries AD. This reproduction is based on several originals from Bethany, Nazareth, and Jerusalem. For use with olive oil. Includes wick and instructions. Approximate size: 3 3/4" x 3". Clay colors may vary.

Limited Stock

No Special Finish; two wicks $15.95 Gift Box Included

Special Finish; two wicks $19.95 Gift Box Included

Replacement Wicks (package of 10) for $4.50

Canaanite Oil Lamp 1500 BC to 600 BC

Among the earliest of clay lamps is the saucer lamp of the Iron Age. In antiquity, these developed after a saucer or shallow bowl had its edges folded up to form a spout. A great variety of these lamps exists and this replica is based on a style common from about 1200 BC to 800 BC, but could extend farther back and forward in time several centuries. These lamps would have been the style in use in the Old Testament especially in king David's time. Every Canaan lamp is hand folded, so minor variation from that seen in the photo will occur, but all have this general look. Approximate size: 4 3/4 inch diameter.

No Special Finish; two wicks $14.95 Gift Box Included

Special Finish; two wicks $18.95 Gift Box Included

Replacement Wicks (package of 10) for $4.50

Samarian Oil Lamp Circa AD 200 to AD 300

This oil lamp is modeled after an original example found in Samaria, Central Palestine. The Samaria features impressed designs around a large central filling hole, and has a slightly impressed circular ring on the base. This lamp is an authentic reproduction, handcrafted in Israel and is made out of terracotta. Impressed designs will vary. Sometimes we have flowers and leaf designs but we can not guarantee they will be available. Most designs made by the Ministry are now a circle design. For use with olive oil. Includes wick and instructions. Approximate size: 3.75" by 3.25".