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Brent Nagtegaal
Exploring the Hidden Gate of King Solomon’s Jerusalem
The next wonder of the ancient world lies only a few meters beneath the surface, waiting to be revealed.
By
Brent Nagtegaal
• January 14, 2022
Let the Stones—and the Science—Speak
How have we arrived at the point where many archaeologists consider using Bible history to be the relic of a past era of archaeological research?
By
Brent Nagtegaal
Did Israel Source Tin From Britain?
Exploring the evidence that the seafaring tribe of Dan made it to southwest England and back
By
Brent Nagtegaal
• December 14, 2021
Gideon the Judge—Found in Southern Israel?
Scientists have discovered an inscription bearing the name of a biblical judge.
By
Brent Nagtegaal
• October 17, 2021
Has the Seal Impression of Eliakim, Son of Hilkiah, Been Discovered?
First it was King Hezekiah, then Isaiah the prophet. Now evidence has been discovered of another royal official from the same time period.
By
Brent Nagtegaal
• August 31, 2021
Gideon the Judge—Found in Southern Israel?
Scientists have discovered an inscription bearing the name of a biblical judge.
By
Brent Nagtegaal
• August 31, 2021
Working With Dr. Mazar
Recounting my time with Jerusalem’s queen of archaeology
By
Brent Nagtegaal
Jerubbaal: Alias of Biblical Judge Gideon Discovered in Southern Israel
The first time an inscription has surfaced bearing the name of a biblical judge
By
Brent Nagtegaal
• July 10, 2021
Revealed: A 2,000-Year-Old Gold Ring Incised With Menorah
A Jerusalem discovery 50 years in the making
By
Brent Nagtegaal
• April 14, 2021
The Monumental Four-Way Staircase of Herod the Great
Dr. Eilat Mazar completes an archaeological journey spanning almost two centuries.
By
Brent Nagtegaal
• April 13, 2021
Is It Really King David’s Palace?
Examining the scientific evidence for the home of Israel’s greatest king.
By
Brent Nagtegaal
and
Christopher Eames
• August 1, 2020
Naboth’s Vineyard Found in Jezreel?
Archaeologists have uncovered an ancient winery connected to Naboth’s vineyard.
By
Brent Nagtegaal
• July 21, 2020
2,800-Year-Old Writings Reveal Royal Administration in Biblical Israel
A new study offers a peek into the rule of Jeroboam
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By
Brent Nagtegaal
• March 11, 2020
Uncovering the Truth
The world of archaeological reporting is full of ‘fake news.’ Here’s how to sort the truth from the fiction.
By
Brent Nagtegaal
• February 29, 2020
Fortress of Antiochus Epiphanes Uncovered in Jerusalem
Hannukah’s nemesis comes to life in 2015 discovery
By
Brent Nagtegaal
• December 20, 2019
Archaeology Confirms Biblical Account of Edomite Statehood
A stunning new report adds archaeological evidence to support the biblical account of an Edomite state directly preceding the establishment of Israel.
By
Brent Nagtegaal
• November 12, 2019
Biblical-Era Facility for Manufacturing Purple Dye Discovered
Archaeological proof of an ancient industry and its possible use in adorning Solomon’s temple
By
Brent Nagtegaal
• August 19, 2019
Biblical Geshur: Revealing the Royal Hometown of David’s Fourth Wife
Archaeologists have uncovered one of the largest gatehouses in northern Israel.
By
Brent Nagtegaal
• August 14, 2019
Goliath’s City Is More Than Myth
Massive remains from biblical Gath unearthed in summer excavation.
By
Brent Nagtegaal
• July 30, 2019
DNA Study Shows Bible Correct on Philistine Origins
But you won’t find that in the reporting or the scientific study.
By
Brent Nagtegaal
• July 9, 2019
Archaeology Verifies the Reign of Judah’s Youngest King
New archaeological discovery in Jerusalem adds to evidence of King Josiah’s reign.
By
Brent Nagtegaal
• May 27, 2019
Another Big Year for Biblical Archaeology, but Not for the Prophet Isaiah?
This is the season when journalists in various fields rush to post their recaps of the year’s most important events.
By
Brent Nagtegaal
• December 30, 2018
A Carbon Dating Conundrum for the Holy Land
The latest foolhardy attack to take down biblical kings David and Solomon
By
Brent Nagtegaal
• May 23, 2018
Rare Jewish Revolt Coins Discovered in Jerusalem Cave
By
Brent Nagtegaal
• March 26, 2018
Archaeology Under Fire
The European Union is taking aim at archaeological excavations in the City of David.
By
Brent Nagtegaal
• February 17, 2018
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