"Patriarchal Palestine" by A. H. Sayce is a historical exploration of ancient Canaan, specifically the era of the patriarchs as portrayed in the Old Testament. This book makes a case for the historical truth behind the Pentateuch, using findings in archeology to bolster the notion that the stories in the Bible come from actual events and people. Setting the stage with a historical context for Canaan before the Israelite takeover, the author tackles the doubt surrounding the patriarchs' existence, with claims that modern archeology supports the biblical stories' authenticity. Readers learn about the connections between Canaan, Babylon, and Egypt, which are important for understanding the cultural and historical importance of the area. The text brings attention to the complicated relationships, interactions, and movements of the ancient peoples, all needed to grasp the world the Hebrew patriarchs stepped into.
Patriarchal Palestine
By A. H. (Archibald Henry) Sayce
Journey back to a pivotal era to explore a world where biblical tales meet historical discovery, revealing the intertwined destinies of ancient civilizations and the patriarchs who shaped their course.
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About the AuthorArchibald Henry Sayce FRAS was a pioneer British Assyriologist and linguist, who held a chair as Professor of Assyriology at the University of Oxford from 1891 to 1919. He was able to write in at least twenty ancient and modern languages, and was known for his emphasis on the importance of archaeological and monumental evidence in linguistic research. He was a contributor to articles in the 9th, 10th and 11th editions of the Encyclopædia Britannica.
Archibald Henry Sayce FRAS was a pioneer British Assyriologist and linguist, who held a chair as Professor of Assyriology at the University of Oxford from 1891 to 1919. He was able to write in at least twenty ancient and modern languages, and was known for his emphasis on the importance of archaeological and monumental evidence in linguistic research. He was a contributor to articles in the 9th, 10th and 11th editions of the Encyclopædia Britannica.
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