14 hrs 9 mins | BIBLESImagine embarking on a captivating journey through the Bible, not as a religious text, but as a historical chronicle. This is the invitation extended by Werner Keller's renowned book, "The Bible as History." Published in 1955, it delves into the fascinating intersection of archaeological discoveries and biblical narratives, painting a vivid picture of the ancient world inhabited by prophets, kings, and everyday people.
Keller, a German journalist with a keen eye for detail, masterfully guides readers through three distinct sections. Part I sets the stage, introducing the land of Israel an...
Imagine embarking on a captivating journey through the Bible, not as a religious text, but as a historical chronicle. This is the invitation extended by Werner Keller's renowned book, "The Bible as History." Published in 1955, it delves into the fascinating intersection of archaeological discoveries and biblical narratives, painting a vivid picture of the ancient world inhabited by prophets, kings, and everyday people.
Keller, a German journalist with a keen eye for detail, masterfully guides readers through three distinct sections. Part I sets the stage, introducing the land of Israel and its inhabitants throughout history. We encounter bustling cities, towering monuments, and the ebb and flow of empires that left their mark on the region.
Part II embarks on a thrilling exploration of biblical beginnings. From the creation story to the epic Exodus, Keller meticulously examines archaeological evidence that sheds light on these foundational narratives. He deciphers ancient inscriptions, analyzes unearthed artifacts, and compares biblical descriptions to historical records, piecing together a compelling tapestry of the past.
The final section, Part III, traces the captivating journey from Moses to Jesus. We witness the rise and fall of kingdoms, the evolution of religious practices, and the emergence of pivotal figures who shaped the course of history. Keller's meticulous research illuminates the social, political, and cultural context of the New Testament, offering fresh perspectives on familiar stories.
"The Bible as History" is not without its critiques. Some scholars challenge Keller's interpretations, urging a more cautious approach to reconciling faith and historical analysis. However, the book's undeniable strength lies in its ability to ignite curiosity and spark meaningful conversations about the Bible's place in the grand narrative of human history.
| # | Title | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | opening |
0 mins 11 secs |
| 2. | 01 - The Coming of the Patriarchs from Abraham to Jacob - In the Fertile Crescent |
8 mins 15 secs |
| 3. | 02 - Ur of the Chaldees |
39 mins 45 secs |
| 4. | 03 - Digging up the flood |
20 mins 25 secs |
| 5. | 04 - A flood-story from old Babylonia |
24 mins 33 secs |
| 6. | 05 - Abraham lived in the kingdom of Mari |
33 mins 00 secs |
| 7. | 06 - The long journey to Canaan |
37 mins 43 secs |
| 8. | 07 - Abraham and Lot in the land of purple |
39 mins 54 secs |
| 9. | 08 - In the Realm of the Pharaohs from Joseph to Moses - Joseph in Egypt |
30 mins 51 secs |
| 10. | 09 - Four hundred year s silence |
29 mins 27 secs |
| 11. | 10 - Forced labour in Pithom and Raamses |
21 mins 57 secs |
| 12. | 11 - Forty Years in the Wilderness from the Nile to the Jordan - On the road to Sinai |
30 mins 27 secs |
| 13. | 12 - At the mountain of Moses |
21 mins 05 secs |
| 14. | 13 - Under desert skies |
30 mins 13 secs |
| 15. | 14 - On the threshold of the promised land |
17 mins 27 secs |
| 16. | 15 - The Battle for the Promised Land from Joshua to Saul - Israel invades |
37 mins 02 secs |
| 17. | 16 - Under Deborah and Gideon |
12 mins 56 secs |
| 18. | 17 - The warriors from Caphtor |
12 mins 56 secs |
| 19. | 18 - Under the yoke of the Philistines repe |
30 mins 00 secs |
| 20. | 19 - When Israel Was an Empire from David to Solomon - David - a great king |
29 mins 59 secs |
| 21. | 20 - Was Solomon a copper king |
44 mins 47 secs |
| 22. | 21 - The queen of Sheba as a business partner |
15 mins 59 secs |
| 23. | 22 - Israel's colourful daily life |
17 mins 41 secs |
| 24. | 23 - Two Kings - Two Kingdoms from Rehoboam to Jehoiachin - The shadow of a new world power |
42 mins 49 secs |
| 25. | 24 - The end of the northern kingdom |
27 mins 44 secs |
| 26. | 25 - Judah under the yoke of Assyria |
29 mins 38 secs |
| 27. | 26 - The seductive religions of Canaan |
20 mins 34 secs |
| 28. | 27 - The end of Nineveh as a world power |
18 mins 23 secs |
| 29. | 28 - The last days of Judah |
28 mins 43 secs |
| 30. | 29 - From the Exile to the Maccabean Kingdom from Ezekiel to John Hyrcanus - Education through exile |
20 mins 51 secs |
| 31. | 30 - Sunset in the ancient orient |
8 mins 20 secs |
| 32. | 31 - Cyrus, king of Persia |
11 mins 15 secs |
| 33. | 32 - Return to Jerusalem |
17 mins 20 secs |
| 34. | 33 - Under Greek influence |
21 mins 43 secs |
| 35. | 34 - The battle for religious liberty |
11 mins 19 secs |
| 36. | closing |
0 mins 09 secs |
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