Mar 12 Blog
By: Robert Cargill
Editor Robert R. Cargill describes the special festschrift double issue of BAR dedicated to the career of Hershel Shanks, BAR’s founder and longtime Editor.
Mar 5 Blog
By: Susan Laden
From humble beginnings, Biblical Archaeology Review has become the world’s most widely read Biblical archaeology magazine. See how it all began—with Hershel Shanks at the helm—and some highlights from the past 43 years.
Feb 9 Blog
By: Biblical Archaeology Society Staff
Celebrate BAR’s 40th birthday with us!
Jun 28 Blog
By: Hershel Shanks
Some people are interested in it because they think it will validate the historical truth of the Bible. I guess that’s OK, although it’s not my shtick. I’ve always felt you’ve got a weak faith in the Bible if you need archaeology to validate it. On the other hand, archaeology does sometimes provide exciting evidence, for example, that indeed David existed and was the father of a dynasty, as shown by the Tel Dan stela.
May 1 Blog
Back to Scholars Debate “Jezebel” Seal Professor Rollston twice charges me with “condescension.” In the matter of condescension, however, he takes a backseat to […]
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