In order to record and communicate in an economical and effective way, compared to existing pictograms and syllabic writing.
For communication and records.
In the Phoenician city-states.
The Phoenicians developed their writing system from the Sumerian writing system in 1400 BCE, so their writing system came after the Sumerian one.
To keep readily and consistently readable and understandable records and communication.
No, the Phoenicians did not develop the Bible. The Bible is primarily a collection of texts from ancient Israelite culture and tradition, written by various authors over centuries. While the Phoenicians, known for their trade and writing system, influenced surrounding cultures, including the Israelites, they were not responsible for the creation of biblical scripture.
The Phoenicians.
Approximately 1500 B.C.
In the 9th Century BCE.
Trade.
An alphabet.
Profitable trade.
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