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Sep 3 Blog

53 People in the Bible Confirmed Archaeologically

How many people mentioned in the Hebrew Bible have been confirmed archaeologically? Lawrence Mykytiuk reveals the surprising number—from Israelite kings to Mesopotamian monarchs—and some lesser figures as well.

Jan 5 Blog

Lilith

By: Janet Howe Gaines

In most manifestations of her myth, Lilith represents chaos, seduction and ungodliness. Yet, in her every guise, Lilith has cast a spell on humankind. Who is Lilith in the Bible?

Aug 22 Blog

What’s the Oldest Hebrew Inscription? A Reply to Christopher Rollston

By: Biblical Archaeology Society Staff

In the May/June 2012 BAR, epigrapher Christopher A. Rollston’s “What’s the Oldest Hebrew Inscription?” rejected four contenders as candidates for the oldest Hebrew inscription: the Qeiyafa Ostracon, the Gezer Calendar, the Tel Zayit Abecedary and the Izbet Sartah Abecedary.

Jun 16 Blog

Letter from the BAR Managing Editor

By: Dorothy Willette

Summer is finally here, so dive right into the July/August 2012 issue of BAR! Managing editor Dorothy D. Resig presents the latest issue.

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