Very good book. Gave the stories from the bible and then looked at the same time periods according to archeology. Showed how the bible was not always accurate to the evidence.
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Finkelstein and Silberman have both been featured on a number of History Channel and PBS documentaries...not because they are pro-bible or pro-Israel, but rather, because of the opposite. They beieve in a minimalist theory of the history of Israel. That is, there was no great and unified kingdom under Davis and Soloman. Rather just local chieftens with good storytellers and scribes. Interesting, but wrong. Archaeology is proving that there was a great united kingdom. Even the authors admit to the historicity of the existence of Israel.
From the quick look through I really enjoy it and recommend it.
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I’ve read this book twice and the archeological discoveries are very interesting and thought provoking. Highly recommend if interested in latest biblical archeology.
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I have not started reading it but it looks very interesting
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