Archaeology and the People of the Bible: Exploring the Evidence for the Historical Existence of Bible Characters

by Titus Kennedy

Overview

Real People. Real Discoveries. Real Evidence.

Did the people named on the pages of the Bible really exist? Who were these kings, generals, priests, administrators, prophets, governors, and scribes? Archaeological discoveries continue to provide ancient attestation for those named in the Bible, showing the historical reality of their existence.

Archaeology and the People of the Bible is a comprehensive and up-to-date resource on discoveries that demonstrate the existence of figures who appear in the Bible, including David, Hazael, Isaiah, Sargon, Jehoiachin, Belshazzar, Ahasuerus, Jesus, Caiaphas, Erastus, James, and more. You’ll find
 

• entries addressing more than 130 people in the Old and New Testaments who are mentioned in archaeological inscriptions and ancient manuscripts
• nearly 200 photos and illustrations of archaeological discoveries that confirm the historicity of these individuals
• a rating for and information about each person, indicating how clearly archaeological evidence supports their historical identification

 
With clear writing, straightforward organization, and numerous references to ancient sources and discoveries through the ages, Archaeology and the People of the Bible is a vital guide for anyone who desires to better understand biblical archaeology and history.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780736990271
Publisher:	Harvest House Publishers
Publication date:	02/03/2026
Pages:	352
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

Dr. Titus Kennedy is a field archaeologist who has been involved in archaeological projects at 18 sites spanning 6 countries, including directing and supervising multiple projects from the Bronze Age through the Byzantine period, and has also conducted artifact research and photography at museums and collections around the world. He is a research fellow at the Discovery Institute, a university and seminary professor, a consultant, writer, and guide for history and archaeology documentaries and curricula, and regularly publishes articles about biblical archaeology and history in academic journals and magazines.