A detailed exploration of archaeology’s origins and development, demonstrating how the field continually affirms the historical reliability of Scripture.
The Origins and Development of Archaeology
The Earliest Alphabetic Script in Egypt: Wadi el-Hol and the 2025 Confirmation of Semitic Writing in the Patriarchal Era
The 2025 Wadi el-Hol analysis confirms early Semitic alphabetic writing, supporting patriarchal-era literacy and refuting higher-critical claims.
Lachish And The Desecrated Gate-Shrine: The 2025 Destruction Layer That Confirms Hezekiah’s Reforms
The 2025 Lachish desecrated shrine confirms Hezekiah’s reforms and aligns perfectly with the biblical destruction of 701 B.C.E.
Additional City of David / Jerusalem Bullae and Seals From the Ongoing 2025 Excavation Season
New bullae from the 2025 City of David season—including “Gemaryahu ben Shaphan”—powerfully confirm the accuracy of the Book of Jeremiah and Judah’s final decades.
Mount Ebal Curse Tablet: Archaeology, Script, and the Reliability of the Biblical Record
Earliest covenant-curse inscription from Mount Ebal reveals proto-alphabetic writing and the divine name Jehovah in Israel’s earliest worship.
The Natan-Melech, Servant of the King, Seal Impression From the City of David (2020)
Seal impression naming Natan-Melech, “Servant of the King,” confirms the biblical official of 2 Kings 23:11 from Josiah’s reforms in the City of David.
Bronze Fish Hook from the Ashkelon Region (2020 Discovery)
A 2020 bronze fish hook from Ashkelon reveals advanced early metallurgy and maritime culture long before the patriarchs, affirming Scripture’s historical accuracy.
Judean Storage Jars with Vanilla Residue (City of David, 2023 Research within Known Site)
Vanilla residue in Judean jars from the 586 B.C.E. destruction layer confirms Judah’s long-distance trade with South Asia before the Babylonian conquest.
Yehoʿezer ben Hosh’ayahu: A First Temple Seal Bearing Jehovah’s Name
First Temple seal of “Yehoʿezer son of Hosh’ayahu” confirms public use of Jehovah’s name among Judah’s officials and supports Old Testament historical reliability.
Canaanite Scarab from Tel Azekah (2021 Discovery)
A Middle Bronze Age scarab from Tel Azekah reveals Egyptian influence in Canaan and confirms the deep historical roots of the biblical city of Azekah.
