Archæology and the Bible by George A. Barton
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About this eBook
| Author | Barton, George A. (George Aaron), 1859-1942 |
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| LoC No. | 19001559 |
| Title | Archæology and the Bible |
| Alternate Title | Archaeology and the Bible |
| Note | Reading ease score: 72.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Archæology and the Bible" by George A. Barton is a scholarly work that intertwines archaeology with biblical studies, written in the early 20th century. The book systematically explores how archaeological findings illuminate and enrich our understanding of the Bible, particularly in the context of the biblical lands including Egypt and Palestine. Barton aims to provide valuable insights into the historical backdrop of scripture, offering translations of ancient texts that confirm or enhance biblical narratives. The opening of the book introduces the significance of archaeological exploration over the previous century, which has dramatically changed perceptions of biblical history. The author explains that discoveries in regions like Egypt and Palestine have uncovered artifacts and texts that bring clarity and vividness to biblical accounts, especially those related to key figures and events. Barton outlines his intention to collate this vast array of findings into a single volume that serves as a comprehensive reference for pastors and educators, while simultaneously inviting wider readership to appreciate the depth and context that archaeology adds to the biblical text. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | Egypt -- Antiquities |
| Subject | Bible -- Antiquities |
| Subject | Middle East -- Antiquities |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 43070 |
| Release Date | Jul 1, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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