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City of David Excavation: 2007–2008
City of David Excavation: 2006–2007
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Seals of Jeremiah’s Captors Discovered
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Brent Nagtegaal
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
ii
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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
Haaretz
’s Hit Job on the Bible
A lost opportunity to discuss the dramatic discoveries in ancient Jerusalem
By
Brent Nagtegaal
• October 26, 2017
Did David and Solomon Actually Exist?
If so, were they the glorious kings the Bible describes, or just small-time chieftains?
By
Brent Nagtegaal
• December 28, 2016
UNESCO Wants to Stop Archaeology in Ancient Jerusalem
In a series of resolutions, UNESCO has threatened the future of archaeological discovery in one of the world’s most important cities.
By
Brent Nagtegaal
• November 30, 2016
Like a Rock
An inside look at the character of the extraordinary woman behind the finds
By
Brent Nagtegaal
• October 4, 2013
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