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Philistine Pottery. These pottery pieces from Ashkelon bear early Philistine decorations. Photo: © The Leon Levy Expedition to Ashkelon

Feb 13 Blog

Who Were the Philistines, and Where Did They Come From?

By: Megan Sauter

The Philistines are best known from the Bible as the Israelites’ enemies, but they were much more than that. Recent archaeological discoveries help inform our […]

Nov 9 Blog

Bringing a Slingshot to a Swordfight

By: Marek Dospěl 

“David put his hand in his bag, took out a stone, slung it, and struck the Philistine on his forehead; the stone sank into his […]

Sep 15 Blog

Superheroes of Old

By: John Drummond

Walking through the doors of your local cinema can sometimes feel like a religious experience. For months, years, or even decades you might have been […]

Apr 22 Blog

Canaanite God Baal Found in Israel

By: Jonathan Laden

Macquarie University has announced the discovery of a “smiting god” figurine of the Canaanite god Baal, two seals, pottery, and a bronze calf figurine at Khirbet […]

Sep 3 Blog

Medinet Habu: Philistines in Egypt

By: Don Knebel

Mr. Don Knebel traveled with BAS to Egypt in 2007; subsequently Jordan and many other places in the world. In 2015 he wrote “Flushed with Curiosity; […]

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