Israel and Biblical Archaeology

Israel, the Followers of other gods

The above relief is of Baal, the storm god, who is seen on this Stele unleashing a storm. He is holding a club in his right hand and a spear in his left like a lightning bolt, which extends upward in the form of a tree.

Ancient Israel

The Bible says that the northern kingdom of Israel was wicked and followed in the ways of Jeraboam who led Israel into idolatry. Below are some archaeological discoveries that are significant to ancient Israel.

Biblical Archaeology and Ancient Israel

Ancient Hittite Ruins