Biblical archaeology

Peleset, Philistine, and the Etymology of the Holy Land

November 2, 2020

By Emily Tain

By: Emily Tain/Arab America Contributing Writer The etymology of the name Palestine is debated among scholars of the Ancient Near East. After combing through a variety of sources, it is easy to understand why coming to a conclusion can be difficult. Peleset The most sound connection is to the word ‘peleset,’ represented as ‘p-r-s-t’ in … Continued

Biblical Archaeology’s Top 10 Discoveries of 2018

December 31, 2018

By Ani Karapetyan

A glimpse at the important excavation work revealed this year. SOURCE: CHRISTIANITY TODAY BY: GORDON GOVIER Each year, on an almost daily basis, archaeological discoveries help us better understand the Bible and affirm its details about people, events, and culture. Below are the top excavation findings reported in 2018 which have increased our knowledge of … Continued

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