Archaeology and the Bible / Edition 1

by John Laughlin

Overview

This book challenges readers to consider whether archaeology explains the Bible.
Archaeology and the Bible examines new developments in archaeological finds in the Near East, particularly Palestine, that are related to the Bible. New methodologies, regional surveys and creative syntheses have all had an impact on traditional approaches to looking at these discoveries.

John Laughlin examines these new developments and discusses what they imply for biblical studies.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780415159937
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	10/28/1999
Series:	Approaching the Ancient World
Pages:	208
Product dimensions:	5.44(w) x 8.50(h) x (d)

About the Author

John C. H. Laughlin is Professor of Religion and Chairman of the Department of Religion at Averett College. He has excavated at Tel Dan and served as Field Supervisor at the Capernaum excavations. Since 1989, he has been a Field Supervisor at Banias. He has published and lectured widely on the subjects of Near Eastern archaeology and the Bible

Table of Contents

1 Introduction: archaeology and the Bible 2 A brief history 3 How it’s done: an introduction to field work 4 The rise of civilization: the Neolithic through the Early Bronze Age (ca. 8500–2000 BC) 5 The Middle Bronze Age (2000–1550 BC) 6 The Late Bronze Age (1550–1200 BC) 7 Iron Age I (ca.1200–1000 BC) 8 Iron Age II (1000–550 BC)

Editorial Reviews

'The author gives a balanced view in this general introduction to the subject, which includes ... a useful comprehensive bibliography.' - J.R. Duckworth, Journal for the Study of the Old Testament

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