Archaeology and Theology Flashcards
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How does archaeology work?
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It uses tell/tel’s to find locations to begin excavating the layers (strata).
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What is archaeology?
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“Archaeology is the recovery and understanding of humankind’s history through the study of physical remains and material culture, such as bones, pottery, ornaments, weapons and architecture.”
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What are the two methods of stratigraphy?
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Layer method
Trench method
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What can archaeology do?
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- It can corroborate the general historicity and reliability of the biblical record
- It can illustrate the biblical text (example- ancient alters)
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What can archaeology not do?
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It cannot prove the theology of the bible
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Q
What are the names of the Canaanite chief deities?
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El Asherah Baal Yamm Anat Mot
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What are the three stages in the cycle of the Canaanite Baal story?
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Baal vs Yamm
House building
Baal vs Mot
