OVERVIEW
What does archaeology have to do with the Bible?
Archaeology strengthens the historical credibility of the Bible. It constrains the imaginings of those who would make the Bible just an interesting collection of folklore.
When Biblical studies and archaeology intersect, they are both enlightened by the combination. There is no doubt that the events of the Bible are firmly rooted in general world history. Let this series enlighten you as well!
ABOUT-- William H. Shea
William H. Shea, PhD, was Associate Director of the Biblical Research Institute at the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists until his retirement. Prior to that he was a missionary in Latin America and Professor of Old Testament at the SDA Theological Seminary at Andrews University. He holds an MD degree from Loma Linda University and a PhD in Near Eastern Studies from the University of Michigan. W. H. Shea has authored over two hundred articles and four books, with special attention to the book of Daniel. A "festschrift" in his honor was published in 1997. He passed to his rest February 15, 2020.
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