Category: Artifacts—Old Testament Archaeology

Unearth the treasures of Old Testament Archaeology. Journey through time with artifacts that bring to light the rich history of our Christian faith.

Examining the Authenticity of the Hebrew Scriptures and the Benefits of Biblical Archaeology

Explore the authenticity of the Bible as a historical document, the way it is corroborated by ancient inscriptions, and the perspectives of renowned archaeologists like William Foxwell Albright. Dive into the unique stature of the Bible and its profound, universal message. Uncover the hidden depths of the Old Testament's authenticity as a historical document and its unique standing among ancient texts. Join us as we unravel its profound, universal message and reveal the surprising evidence that challenges skeptics. Embark on this captivating journey and let the Bible's truth speak for itself.

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The Code of Hammurabi: a Babylonian Code of Law of Ancient Mesopotamia

The Code of Hammurabi is a well-preserved Babylonian code of law of ancient Mesopotamia, dated to about 1754 BC (Middle Chronology). It is one of the oldest deciphered writings of significant length in the world. The sixth Babylonian king, Hammurabi, enacted the code. Some scholars have often been likened the Ten Commandments to the Code of Hammurabi.

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OLD TESTAMENT BIBLICAL ARCHAEOLOGY: The Cyrus Cylinder

The Cyrus Cylinder is an ancient clay cylinder, now broken into several fragments, on which is written a declaration in Akkadian cuneiform script in the name of the Achaemenid king Cyrus the Great. It dates from the 6th century BC and was discovered in the ruins of Babylon in Mesopotamia (modern Iraq) in 1879.

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What are the Dead Sea Scrolls?

In the spring of 1947, a Bedouin shepherd threw a stone into a cave, marking an event that would be heard around the world, making the name “Dead Sea Scrolls” more known than any other associated with archaeology.

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THE DEAD SEA SCROLLS: The Oldest-Known Bible

Explore the five most well-known manuscripts from the Dead Sea Scrolls collection. From the Isaiah Scroll to the Temple Scroll, uncover how these ancient texts provide invaluable insights into the textual history of the Hebrew Bible and the religious landscape of Second Temple Judaism.

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