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Is there any archaeological evidence that the Israelites really have military force to reckon with and did they really have a vast kingdom worth mentioning If yes where?
Actually yes.
Firstly, the el-amarna letters speak of the 'habiru' who were apparently invaders into Canaan in the relevant time period. These letters reveal an appeal from the local inhabitants of Canaan to the Pharaoh of Egypt. The appeals to help were made a number of times and there is no evidence of either a reply or a response of any kind. Interestingly, there also were no letters sent from the region where the Israelites invaded first. These letters were sent around the time the Israelites invaded in the 1400 BC period.
Secondly, the location of King Solomon's mines has been discovered as have city gates from the same period in a number of key cities of the Solomonic era.
Thirdly, the relevant period is indeed one of apparent prosperity in Israel, although of course the relevant time period is an important consideration as many tend to move the time period which then makes the evidence not fit The Bible chronological 'template'.
Fourthly, pottery remains in the Negev around Kadesh-Barnea indicate a sizeable group of nomadic people who are equated as being the Israelites.
Fifthly, in relation to the Israelites invasion of Canaan, the Bible indicates only three cities were actually destroyed by fire, namely Jericho, Ai, and Hazor. All three (understanding the correct identification of Ai) show this evidence, although there is some confusion about the relevant detruction layer of Hazor, there are indications of destruction of cultic objects, indicative of a monotheistic invader or attacker.
Thus, although the evidence is relatively scanty, what is known only confirms or supports the Bible narrative. According to renowned archaeologist Nelson Glueck evidence from Archaeology which clearly contradicts the Bible is non-existent.
In terms of the location, the borders of Israel were fairly clearly laid out in the Bible narratives in the relevant chapters of Kings and Chronicles. They reached their greatest extent under Solomon.
What else can I help you with?
Do you need a security license to work on a military base?
No, you need to be in the military, or hired the the army of the particular army base you are mentioning to.
How did the Israelite's settle Canaan?
The Israelites settled Canaan through a combination of military conquest and gradual infiltration. According to biblical accounts, they entered the land under the leadership of Joshua after escaping slavery in Egypt, engaging in battles against various city-states and peoples. Over time, they established themselves in different regions, forming a loose confederation of tribes. Archaeological evidence suggests that this process also involved peaceful assimilation and coexistence with some local populations.
How is the account of the fall of Jericho in Joshua 6 inconsistent with the other details in the book and with the archaeological evidence?
A:A minor inconsistency in the conquest stories is that the number of men at Joshua's disposal seems more realistic than the 600,000 fighting men mentioned elsewhere. Not only would Joshua have been unable to feed such a huge nation off the land, but his military tactics would have been very different. The archaeological evidence against the historicity of the Israelite conquest is well established. Jericho had been abandoned around 1550 BCE, long before the time attributed to Joshua. By 1400 BCE, there seems to have been a small, unwalled village on the site of the former city, but nothing a great military leader would bother conquering. The second city to be conquered in the Book of Joshua is Ai, which archaeologists say was also abandoned and in ruins long before this time. Ai means 'Ruins' in Hebrew, indicating that the Israelites never knew the real name of the city and simply knew it as the 'ruins', a state that they thought must have come about because of their own conquest of the town.
Did God give the people of Canaan a chance of changing their ways?
A:There is no suggestion in the Bible, particularly in the Book of Joshua, that the Canaanites were in need of changing thier ways. The Bible describes them as helpful to the Patriarchs before the Egyptian sojourn, and attributes no great evil to the Canaanites as a nation. The story simply says that the Israelites wanted their land, believed that it had been promised to them by their God, and so went in and took it. The Book of Joshua actually portrays the Canaanites as the innocent victims and the Israelites as the genocidal invaders! In defence of the Israelites, it is worth mentioning that most scholars now believe there was no Exodus from Egypt or military invasion of Canaan. They say that the Israelites were actually Canaanites themselves and that they migrated peacefully from the region of the rich coastal cities into the hitherto sparsely populated Canaanite hinterland. Long after they had forgotten their origins, the Hebrew people developed the legend of a glorious past and of great military victories.
How old is Yerevan which is in Armenia?
Archaeological evidence, such as a cuneiform inscription, indicates that an Urartian military fortress called Erebuni (Էրեբունի) was founded in 782 BC by the orders of King Argishti I at the site of current-day Yerevan, to serve as a fort and citadel guarding against attacks from the north Caucasus.
How did the lsraelites settle Canaan?
Joshua led them into Canaan at God's command (Joshua ch.3-4). They then conquered the Canaanites in battle (Joshua ch.9-10) and then divided up the land. See also:About JoshuaWhat inheritances did they allot?Contents of the Book of JoshuaWhy did they kill the Canaanites?
How well did Israel follow God's command to possess the land of Canaan?
A:According to the Book of Joshua, the Israelites followed God's command to the letter, committing mass murder and genocide everywhere they went, until the Canaanites were all but extinct. It would be fair to say on behalf of the Israelites that archaeologists say there is no evidence of an military invasion of the land of the Canaanites. Jericho, Ai and every other city tell a different story from that in the Bible. Scholars say that the Israelites were actually Canaanites themselves, who migrated peacefully from the region of the coastal cities into the Canaanite hinterland. Long after they had forgotten their real origins, the Israelites developed this legend of a glorious past.
What was Joshua occupation?
Joshua's occupation in the Bible was that of a military leader and commander. He succeeded Moses as the leader of the Israelites and led them in the conquest of the Promised Land. He is also known for his role in the Battle of Jericho, where the walls of the city famously came tumbling down after the Israelites marched around it for seven days.
Who was oppressing the Israelites at the time of Samson?
At the time of Samson, the Israelites were being oppressed by the Philistines. The Philistines were a powerful group in the region, known for their advanced technology and military prowess. Samson was raised as a judge and deliverer by God to help liberate the Israelites from Philistine control, showcasing his strength and unique abilities in the struggle against their oppressors.
What evidence has caused archaeologist to believe the hittites chose to rule conquered people by treaty?
Archaeologists have found evidence of treaties between the Hittites and conquered people in the form of inscriptions detailing terms and agreements between the two parties. Additionally, archaeological findings of diplomatic correspondence between the Hittite rulers and vassal states support the idea that the Hittites preferred to rule through treaties rather than through direct military occupation.
What did the Israelites trade and what did they receive?
The ancient Israelites traded machinery,equipment,software,cut diamonds,textiles,timber,copper,gas,clay,and sand. They recieved raw materials,military equipment,rough diamonds,fuel,and consumer goods.
What book is named for a military leader who led the israelites into the promise land?
The book of Yehoshua (Joshua), which speaks of the conquest of the land of Canaan by the Jewish people.
