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What archaeological and historical discoveries are associated with the Book of Joshua?
The Book of Jericho documents Hebrew traditions about the military conquest of the land of the Canaanites under the leadership of Joshua. It is now several decades since archaeological evidence against the conquest of Jericho was first established. Since then, further evidence has accumulated that Joshua could not have conquered other cities described in the Book of Joshua. Archaeology has accumulated considerable evidence that the conquest did not take place as described in The Bible. Lawrence E. Stager (The Oxford History of the Biblical World, Forging an Identity: The Emergence of Ancient Israel) provides the following chart of cities mentioned in the account, with no evidence of a Joshua's invasion of Canaan.
* Site not known/ occupation not known
a) Not occupied/ meagre occupation
b) No destruction/ destruction not likely by Israelites
c) Contrary evidence
d) Possible destruction by Israelites
Jericho - Joshua 12:9; 6; 24:11
a) Meagre LB II occupation
Ai - Joshua 12:9; 7:2-8:29
a) No occupation from 2250 to 1200
Jerusalem - Joshua 12:10; Judges 1:21
b) No destruction at the end of LB II
Hebron - Joshua 12:10; 10:3637; 14:13-15; 15:13-14; Judges 1:10
b) No evidence
Jarmuth - Joshua 12:11; 10:5
b) LB II to Iron I occupation
Lachish - Joshua 1211; 10:31-32
c) City VII destroyed in late thirteenth century
Clty VI destroyed c. ll50.
Eglon - Joshua 12:12; 10:34-35
* Tell 'Aitun; LB occupation unclear
Gezer - Joshua 12:12; contra Judges 1:29
d) LB destruction, probably by Merneptah or Philistines
Debir - Joshua 12:13; 10:38-39; 15:15-17; Judges 1. 11-13
b) Tell er-Rabud; no destruction at end of LB
Geder - Joshua 12:13
* Khirbet Jedur; LB II and Iron I pottery; not excavated
Hormah - Joshua 12:.14
* Identification unknown
Arad - Joshua 12:14
a) No LB occupation
Libnah - Joshua 12:15; 10:29-31
* Identification unknown
Adullam - Joshua 12:1
* Khirbet 'Adullam;
not excavated
Makkedah - Joshua 12:.16; 10:28
* Identification unknown
Bethel - Joshua 12:16; 8:17; Judges 1:22-26
d) Destruction in late thirteenth century
Tappuah - Joshua 12:17
* Tell Sheikh Abu Zarad; not excavated
Hepher - Joshua 12:17
* Tell el-Muhaffer;
not excavated
Aphek - Joshua 12:18
c) LB destruction followed by Iron I "Sea Peoples" occupation
Lasharon - Joshua 12:18
* Identification unknown
Madon - Joshua 12:1
* Identification unknown
Hazor - Joshua 12:19; 11:10-13; Judges 4:2
d) LB city, Stratum XIII destroyed in thirteenth century
Shimron-meron - Joshua 12:20
* Identification unknown
Achsaph - Joshua 12:20
Khirbet el-Harbaj: LB II and Iron I pottery
Taanach - Joshua 12:21; contra Judges 1:27
a) Meagre LB II remains; Iron I village destroyed in latter half of twelfth century
Megiddo - Joshua 12:21; contra Judges 1:27
b) LB II/Iron I city, Stratum VIIA destroyed in latter half of twelfth century
Kedesh - Joshua 12:22
b) Tell Abu Qudeis; Iron I settlement, Stratum VIII destroyed in latter half of twelfth century
Jokneam - Joshua 12.22
c) LB II settlement, Stratum XIX destroyed in late thirteenth or twelfth century; gap follows
Dor - Joshua 12:23; contra Judges 1:27
c) 'Sea Peoples' known as Sikils occupy city in twelfth century;
transition from LB to Iron I not yet determined
Goiim - Joshua 12:23
* Identification unknown
Tirzah - Joshua 12:24
b) Tell el-Farah (N); LB II and Iron I occupation; no evidence of destruction.
What else can I help you with?
Is the story Joshua's Gold a piece of historical fiction?
Yes, "Joshua's Gold" is a work of historical fiction. It is a story that incorporates fictionalized elements within a historical setting to create a narrative that is based on historical events or time periods.
What are the books called from Joshua to Esther?
They are the 12 historical books.
Can Joshua of the Bible be verified as historical?
The Book of Joshua describes how Joshua led the Israelites across the River Jordan and conquered the entire land of the Canaanites. Whether Joshua is historical depends first of all on whether that conquest is verified as historical, and it fails this first test. In the last quarter of a century, archaeological evidence has been the prime factor in finally disproving the conquest of the Canaanites, in addition to critical study of the biblical texts.The conquest model described in the Bible had strong support among historians and scholars until around the middle part of the twentieth century, but has since been all but abandoned by mainstream scholars and continues to be pressed by only a few conservative scholars (Lester L Grabbe, Ancient Israel: What Do We Know and How Do We Know It?, P102).
What section in the old testament is the book of Joshua in?
If I understand what you mean by "section", Joshua is considered one of the "historical" books (as opposed to "poetry", "prophets", or the Pentateuch).
What were the historical events at the time sir Joshua Reynolds was painting?
portraits of national heroes
What type of literary form is the book of Joshua?
The book of Joshua is a historical narrative within the Old Testament of the Bible. It recounts the story of the Israelites' conquest of the Promised Land under Joshua's leadership after the death of Moses.
What has the author Joshua N Fletcher written?
Joshua N. Fletcher has written: 'Archaeological data recovery at 38CH1292, Charleston County, South Carolina' -- subject(s): Antiquities, Design and construction, Excavations (Archaeology), Indians of North America, Local History, Roads, Salvage archaeology
What scripiture verse is it that the 12 stones taken out of the Jordan?
The scripture verse where you can find information about the 12 stones taken our of the Jordan is in the book of Joshua in the old testament. See Joshua 4:19-24. That is the fourth chapter of Joshua verses 19 to 24. To get the historical background of this scripture read the entire book of Joshua.
In the old testament what are the six historical book?
Joshua Judges Samuel Kings Daniel Ezra Nehemiah Chronicles
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.
Where did Joshua make a covenant with Israel at?
Joshua made a covenant with Israel at Shechem. This event is recorded in the Book of Joshua, specifically in Joshua 24, where he gathered the tribes of Israel to renew their commitment to serve the Lord and obey His commandments. Shechem was a significant location, historically associated with the Abrahamic covenant and the blessings and curses outlined in the Law.
What songs contain the name Joshua?
Several songs mention the name Joshua, including "Joshua" by the singer-songwriter Dolly Parton, which tells a story about a romantic relationship. Another notable mention is "Joshua" by the band The Weepies, which captures themes of nostalgia and longing. Additionally, "Joshua" by the artist The 1975 features personal reflections tied to the name. These songs highlight diverse musical styles and emotional narratives associated with the name Joshua.
