Abram’s rescue of Lot in Genesis 14:1–17 reveals real warfare, covenant loyalty, and Jehovah’s providential protection.
The Execration Texts and the Cities of Biblical Canaan
Egyptian Execration Texts illuminate the cities, rulers, and geography of biblical Canaan while exposing pagan Egypt’s false trust in ritual curses.
Genesis 37:28 — Did the Ishmaelites or Midianites Sell Joseph? (Alleged Contradiction)
Genesis 37:28 contains no contradiction. The Ishmaelites and Midianites were related and cooperative traders involved in one event described from complementary perspectives.
The Mari Tablets — c. 1900–1800 B.C.E.
The Mari Tablets confirm the historical authenticity of the patriarchal world, aligning with Genesis in names, customs, and culture.

