To travel back to the days of Abraham and Moses, David and Solomon, Devorah and Esther, would be to make progress into the past as we attempt to rediscover our biblical heritage. The scientific world of archaeology can give us just that glimpse into the past. Through archaeological research and discovery we are able to reconstruct the world of ancient Israel and Judaism. This four-part series will enable us to put flesh onto the bones of the biblical text and understand key aspects of our heritage, examining a world that is being unearthed on a daily basis in Israel.

THE BIBLICAL ARCHAEOLOGIST AND HOW HE/SHE WORKS. We have come a long way from the pilgrim with a Bible in one hand and spade in the other. Understand the science of archaeology in Israel today.

THE ARCHAEOLOGY OF ANCIENT ISRAELITE FAITH: FROM TABERNACLE TO TEMPLE. Archaeological evidence, when coupled with Biblical reference, allows us today to more clearly see the architecture of Israelite faith.

CONQUEST AND CONSOLIDATION. Recent evidence points to three waves of Conquest of ancient Canaan, beginning with Moses' first departure from Egypt, Joshua's stunning march through the central highlands, and the culminating triumphs of Devorah and the Judges in the next generation.

THE MONARCHY OF ISRAEL. How did the Kingdom established by Saul become one of the ancient powerhouses of the Middle East under Solomon, and why did it split into 2 following his reign.

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