Category Archives: archaeologists

Discovery of First Known Sentence in Canaanite Language at Lachish

Posted on November 9, 2022 by LukeChandler

A small ivory comb unearthed at biblical Lachish in 2017 turns out to have produced the first known sentence from the ancient Canaanites in their language. Archaeologists Yossi Garfinkel, Michael Hasel, and Martin Klingbeil announced the discovery this morning. The … Continue reading →

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Possible Monumental Inscription with Hezekiah’s Name

Posted on October 27, 2022 by LukeChandler

A large limestone fragment discoverd in a Jerusalem excavation may show the name of biblical king Hezekiah, according to archaeologist Eli Shukron and epigrapher Gershom Galil. The broken slab measures around 5.5″ x 4″ x 2″ and was found near … Continue reading →

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A King’s John? Another Biblical-Era Toilet Found in Jerusalem

Posted on October 5, 2021 by LukeChandler

Archaeologists announced the discovery of a 2,700 year-old toilet, complete with septic tank, in a large ancient building along the Haas Promenade, just south of Jerusalem. A couple of other toilets have been found in Jerusalem and Judah over the … Continue reading →

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Join a Webinar on the Archaeology of David, Solomon, and Rehoboam

Posted on September 14, 2021 by LukeChandler

ASOR (the American Society for Overseas Research) is hosting a webinar this Sunday, Sept. 19, at 4:30pm (US Eastern Time) on “David, Solomon, and Rehoboam’s Kingdom – the Archaeological Evidence.” In recent years, we have uncovered many things from the … Continue reading →

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Archaeologist Dr. Eilat Mazar passes away

Posted on May 25, 2021 by LukeChandler

We just learned today that Dr. Eilat Mazar passed away in Jerusalem. No details have been released except that she will be buried tomorrow. She became widely known in the archaeological world for her discovery of “David’s Palace” in Jerusalem, … Continue reading →

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“How Archaeology Works” webinar!

Posted on August 8, 2020 by LukeChandler

There is a special opportunity to see and learn how archaeology really works this Sunday evening, August 9, at 8pm Eastern Time. For just $10 (only $5 for ASOR members) you can attend a live webinar from the Biblical Archaeology … Continue reading →

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Register for the 1st International Conference on Biblical Archaeology Online (in English, Español y Portuguesa)

Posted on October 23, 2019 by LukeChandler

If you’ve wanted to attend an overseas biblical archaeology conference but never have the time and/or money, Hebrew University and the Moriah Center are bringing this year’s International Conference on Biblical Archaeology online to you. For a reasonable registration fee … Continue reading →

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Archaeologists propose new site as biblical Ziklag. Is it so?

Posted on July 10, 2019 by LukeChandler

My most recent dig site, Khirbet a-Ra’i, has just been proposed as the location of biblical Ziklag, a town linked with David shortly before he became king over Judah. I worked with this excavation for two weeks of its summer, … Continue reading →

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Isaiah’s Personal Seal Found?

Posted on February 22, 2018 by LukeChandler

Archaeologists may have found Isaah’s “autograph” during excavations in Jerusalem. This clay impression (bulla) was uncovered a few years ago along with others, including one belonging to King Hezekiah.  It was finally announced this morning in a press release. Dr. … Continue reading →

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New Video on Lachish Excavation

Posted on February 14, 2018 by LukeChandler

If you are interested in Archaeology and the Bible, and especially if you’re curious what it’s like to join a dig, a new video is available for your enjoyment. The video covers recent work at biblical Lachish and was created … Continue reading →

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