Ancient Assyria and Archaeology
The study of the archaeology of ancient Assyria is immense, to say the least. Who would have known that the exploration of ancient Assyria would have uncovered for us the most ancient literature of antiquity. Scattered within museums and collections on 3 continents (U.S., Europe and Asia) are the vast libraries of the ancient Assyrians, their historical chronicles, laws, civil records, military campaigns, Kingdom archives, diplomatic letters, educational tools, pronunciation charts, dictionaries, hymn books, financial transactions, contracts, maps, and texts relating to astrology, astronomy, mathematics, magical formulas, religious myths, and more.
There have actually been well over 300,000 clay tablets and inscriptions discovered so far with much more yet to be discovered. Also only approximately one-fifth of the discoveries have been deciphered and made available.
Very little was really known or believed about ancient Assyria until the nineteenth century. The recovery of ancient Assyrian history can be largely attributed to the work of British and French archaeologists in the nineteenth century. The discoveries of these pioneers would be sent back to their mother countries. These are the men who were the real founders who paved the way for modern exploration of ancient Assyria.
While Edward Robinson of the United States had began his work excavating ancient Palestine in 1838, just four years later in 1842 a Frenchman named Paul Emil Botta (French) began excavating the site of ancient Nineveh, and later the following year he excavated ancient Khorsabad. His discoveries were unbelievable which included Sargon II�s palace, his work woke up the world to the study of Assyriology.
In 1846 Austen Henry Layard (English) launched English excavations in Assyria and excavated the mound at Calah (Nimrud) uncovering many palaces including the magnificent palace of Sennacherib, and he also made many discoveries at the site at Nineveh. Layard's associate, Hormuzd Rassam, discovered Ashurbanipal's palace at Nineveh and the major part of his library. His work was later followed by Loftus and George Smith.
In 1903 German archaeologists researched the ruins at ancient Asshur (Qal� at Sharqat) which shed much light on the history of ancient Assyria.
Many other archaeological expeditions have been carried out in ancient Assyria to the present day. There have been literally tons of discoveries along the Euphrates River. At Mari and Nuzi alone there have been over 40,000 cuneiform tablets and inscriptions, revealing a wealth of information about life in ancient Assyria and confirming the Bible as a Book of history.
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- Ancient Assyrian Social Structure
- Ancient Babylonia
- Ancient Canaan During the Time of Joshua
- Ancient History Timeline
- Ancient Oil Lamps
- Antonia Fortress
- Archaeology of Ancient Assyria
- Assyria and Bible Prophecy
- Augustus Caesar
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- Fallen Empires - Archaeological Discoveries and the Bible
- First Century Jerusalem
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- Herod Agrippa I
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- Herod the Great
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- Nero Caesar Emperor
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- Paul's First Missionary Journey
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- Paul's Third Missionary Journey
- Pontius Pilate
- Questions About the Ancient World
- Tabernacle of Ancient Israel
- Tax Collectors in New Testament Times
- The Babylonian Captivity
- The Black Obelisk of Shalmaneser
- The Books of the New Testament
- The Court of the Gentiles
- The Court of the Women in the Temple
- The Destruction of Israel
- The Fall of Judah with Map
- The History Of Rome
- The Incredible Bible
- The Jewish Calendar in Ancient Hebrew History
- The Life of Jesus in Chronological Order
- The Life of Jesus in Harmony
- The Names of God
- The New Testament
- The Old Testament
- The Passion of the Christ
- The Pharisees
- The Sacred Year of Israel in New Testament Times
- The Samaritans
- The Scribes
Ancient Questions
- How did the ancient Greeks and Romans practice medicine and treat illnesses?
- What were the major contributions of ancient Babylon to mathematics and astronomy?
- How did the ancient Persians create and administer their vast empire?
- What were the cultural and artistic achievements of ancient India, particularly during the Gupta Empire?
- How did ancient civilizations like the Incas and Aztecs build their remarkable cities and structures?
- What were the major trade routes and trading practices of the ancient world?
- What was the role of slavery in ancient societies like Rome and Greece?
- How did the ancient Mayans develop their sophisticated calendar system?
- What were the key events and significance of the Battle of Thermopylae in ancient Greece?
- What was life like for women in ancient Rome?
Bible Study Questions
- What does biblical archaeologist said about hieroglyphics?
- Where is the Negev where Abram went to in Genesis?
- What is the name of Ramallah in the Bible?
- How do we approach and study the historical and cultural context of biblical passages?
- What is the significance of the Psalms in personal and corporate worship?
- How do we discern and apply biblical principles to contemporary ethical issues?
- What is the biblical perspective on the nature of God's love and mercy?
- How do we interpret and understand apocalyptic literature in the Bible?
- What are the different covenants in the Bible and their significance?
- How do we grow in spiritual maturity and develop a deeper understanding of the Word?
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Welcome to Free Bible: Unearthing the Past, Illuminating the Present! Step into a world where ancient history and biblical narratives intertwine, inviting you to explore the rich tapestry of human civilization.
Discover the captivating stories of forgotten empires, delve into the customs and cultures of our ancestors, and witness the remarkable findings unearthed by dedicated archaeologists.
Immerse yourself in a treasure trove of knowledge, where the past comes alive and illuminates our understanding of the present.
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