Muslim apologists popularly cite this as “proof” of the historical accuracy of the Qur’an over the Bible. But does it stand up to scrutiny?

Evidence of the core historicity of the Exodus—as related by non-Jewish authors of classical antiquity

A doggedly consistent theme among the classical accounts—and an interesting biblical (and archaeological) parallel

An ostracon discovered by visitors at Tel Lachish, bearing the name of Queen Esther’s father-in-law

A journey through one of the most important sites in biblical archaeology

Eight large ostrich eggs discovered at an ancient nomadic campsite

The question is, why?

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The name change from Sarai to Sarah parallels that of her husband, Abram/Abraham. But like her husband, the Hebrew doesn’t seem to entirely make sense. Why not?

Ophel excavation yields only the third such coin ever found in Jerusalem.

We know what ‘Abraham’ means—Genesis 17:5 tells us. Right? Trouble is, it doesn’t really make sense—in Hebrew, that is. Why not?

New information sheds light on the pagan use of tattoos in Egypt.

It’s a common charge, that the presence of Aramaic in certain biblical texts is “proof” of late authorship. But with the book of Jonah, it’s rather more nuanced …

Two primary theories; one contradicts the Bible.

Could this developing research help end some of the most contentious archaeological debates?

An admired Swiss hero left his mark on the Holy Land.

And evidence for the much-debated era of the Exodus

A dramatic numismatic snapshot of Byzantine history (including a veritable “time lapse” of the maturation of the empire’s princes!)

Recognizing the “holy bridge between East and West”

Further evidence of Jeremiah’s account?