Fortunately, archaeologists have uncovered plenty of evidence that legitimately supports the Bible’s claims. Check out these RTB resources for information on various intriguing discoveries. Old Testament Conflicts: A piece of Canaanite pottery dated to the tenth century BC, and other similar findings, testify to the intense conflict between Israel and the Canaanites and Philistines during the reigns of David and Solomon. Hugh Ross comments on these and other discoveries in a July 12, 2013 episode of Science News Flash (SNF). Ancient Currency: In November 2011, bronze coins found at the base of the Western Wall in Jerusalem and dated at 17 AD support the credibility of ancient historian Josephus, whose accounts of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection provide important extrabiblical support for scriptural claims. Hugh covers this discovery and its value for Christian apologetics in the November 23, 2011 episode of SNF. Shekhem and Gath: In July of 2011, Yahoo! News posted articles on digs around these two ancient cities, both of which appear prominently in the Old Testament. RTB founder Hugh discusses the positive support this research provides for the Bible on the July 22, 2011 episode of SNF Existence of Edom: In 2009, archaeologists reported the discovery of a copper mine that supports biblical accounts of Edom, the land where Esau’s descendants settled. RTB astrophysicist Jeff Zweerink covered this finding on TNRTB. Hezekiah’s Tunnel: Radiometric dating of the tunnel built by Israel’s King Hezekiah affirms the Bible’s historical accuracy. The RTB scholars listed this finding as number eight among their “Top 10 Scientific Discoveries of 2003 that Support RTB’s Testable Creation Model” on Creation Update. Courtesy of Reasons To Believe
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