num_pages: 192
description: How have the societies and events of the past affected the shape of the world as we know it today? How can we use archaeological data to help us understand the peoples and culture of the Ancient Near East? Can archaeological studies help us to understand the Bible and if so how? These are just some of the questions discussed in this fascinating journey around the archaeological remains of the Ancient Near East. James K. Hoffmeier provides the reader with a review of Bible history and examines the role of archaeology in understanding the Biblical text. Beginning with Genesis this intriguing survey follows the Bible narrative right through to the early churches of Revelation. The book is divided into three sectionstwo of which cover the Old Testament and one to the New Testamentand is interspersed with stories from the author's own experience as an archaeologist which bring the thrill of archaeological discovery vividly to life. Beautifully illustrated with photographs charts maps diagrams and illustrations of sites this striking overview is for anyone interested in learning more about the societies and events of the Ancient Near East and how they affect our understanding of the Bible.
language: English
title: The Archaeology of the Bible
publisher: Lion Hudson