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Bible and Archaeology

Bible and Archaeology
Herod the Great
Dead Sea Scrolls
Resurrection Of Jesus
Judaism
Josephus
Parthians
Rome
Christian Tradition
Hebrew Bible
Deuteronomy 32
Archaeology
Crosby-Shoyen Codex
Antipater
Hasmoneans
Burning Bush
Easter
Iowa Women's Basketball
First Peter
Jonah
Ancient Manuscripts

The podcast about anything and everything related to the Bible and Archaeology. Join Dr. Jordan Jones and Dr. Bob Cargill as they discuss the stories, people, and objects we all think we know. Have a question? You can send it to us at: bible-archaeology@uiowa.edu Where to find us: linktr.ee/bibleandarchaeology

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Where did the moral obligation to help strangers come from? In this episode of Bible & Archaeology, New Testament scholar Bart D. Ehrman discusses his new book Love Thy Stranger and explores ancient ideas about charity, wealth, and caring for others ... more

Can olive oil explain the Bronze Age? James Fraser joins Bible & Archaeology to explore the production, trade, and economic importance of olive oil across the ancient Mediterranean. From large-scale cultivation and storage to long-distance trade and ... more

What do we actually know about the origins of creation stories? Joseph Lam joins Bible & Archaeology to explore how creation accounts emerge across the ancient Mediterranean and Ancient Near East. From the absence of a "big bang" moment to shared the... more

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Stolen from the ground. Sold through shadowy dealers. Displayed in world-famous museums. This is how many looted manuscripts travel from illegal digs to prestigious collections, and why almost no one faces consequences.

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Recent Guests

Joseph Lam
Scholar discussing creation accounts in the ancient world
Episode: Why Creation Stories All Look the Same
Roberta Mazza
Author of Stolen Fragments; ancient historian and papyrologist
Cardiff? (listed as author; affiliation discussed in interview)
Episode: Inside The Secret Market for Ancient Bible Manuscripts
Dr. David Shepherd
Scholar discussing blood guilt in context of King David
Episode: Was King David a Murderer?
Dr. Jodi Magness
Professor of archaeology and expert on Masada
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Episode: The Myth of Masada: What Really Happened
Dr. Robyn Faith Walsh
Scholar specializing in early Christianity and biblical interpretation.
Episode: The Real Paul: Robyn Faith Walsh Challenges Everything You Think You Know
Elizabeth VanDyke
Scholar specializing in biblical interpretations and the Golden Calf narratives
Episode: How the Assyrians Shaped the Golden Calf
Dr. Michael Satlow
Author of An Enchanted World, the Shared Religious Landscape of Late Antiquity
Author, Academic
Episode: Why Early Christians Were Drawn to the Dead
Dr. Jonathan Sheehan
Author of 'On the Altar, A History of Sacrifice from the Sacred to the Secular'
Episode: Christianity Abolished Sacrifice—So Why Did It Keep It?
Kipp Davis
Expert on Dead Sea Scrolls and authenticity.
Episode: Why Some Dead Sea Scrolls Turned Out to Be Fake

Host

Jordan Jones
Host of the Bible and Archaeology Podcast, guiding conversations with scholars on biblical texts and archaeological contexts.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 86 ratings
  • Don’t listen to negative reviews

    The negative reviews are clearly just disgruntled evangelicals that can’t listen to anything that doesn’t directly reflect their beliefs. When facts get in their face they can’t handle it. This is a great podcast by someone qualified to discuss the facts, they don’t state you can’t believe what you want to believe but they also encourage you to look at the evidence that is there and what is not there. They discuss ideas and evidence with grace.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hjjones14
    United States4 months ago
  • Facts are wrong

    The cherubim are not angels. They are heavenly being but never classified as angels.. they should do some research befor talking about things they don’t know about.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    beaviss420
    United States6 months ago
  • Warning

    Clearly not educated on the truth of the Bible Whether willfully or not the opinions laid out in this podcast do not come from a position of truth, but rather criticism and foolishness.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    The old seer
    United Statesa year ago
  • Do not recommend

    Non Christian’s teaching the Bible. I don’t recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Iyrdgjifsefbjitfjkkjhvxd
    United Statesa year ago

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Guests are typically leading academics in archaeology and biblical studies.
Some listeners seek more accessible summaries but acknowledge depth is a tradeoff.
Listeners value the rigorous scholarly approach and provenance-centric discussions.
Sponsorships are likely attractive to institutions aligned with education and research.
The show is appreciated for translating complex ancient topics into thoughtful conversations.

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#235
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#199
South Korea/History
Apple Podcasts
#214
Finland/History
Apple Podcasts
#239
Hong Kong/History

Talking Points

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The Myth of Masada: What Really Happened
Q: How does Herod get up to it?
There were only two routes of access, one being a narrow snake path and the other being under the ramp, which was presumably the route Herod used.
Why Early Christians Were Drawn to the Dead
Q: How did Christians reconcile the ideas of contagion and holiness regarding the dead?
While intellectuals theorized about the paradox of holiness and impurity, common people engaged with the dead without heavily pondering these theological implications.
Why Early Christians Were Drawn to the Dead
Q: What was the role of early Christians in interacting with the dead?
Early Christians navigated their interactions with the dead through inherited Roman traditions and their own unique beliefs, often grappling with notions of piety versus necromancy.
Was Jesus Born Into Political Chaos or Something Worse?
Q: Can I ask for you, what brought you to this as the topic for consideration?
Dr. Taylor explains she has long contemplated the historical context of Jesus's birth, highlighting the need to understand the tumultuous world surrounding the Nativity stories.
This Gospel Changed the Nativity Forever: The Proto-Gospel of James Explained
Q: What is the significance of Mary's purity in this text?
The text emphasizes Mary's perpetual virginity and presents elaborate narratives around her life that affirm her purity and role in the conception of Jesus.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bible and Archaeology

What is Bible and Archaeology about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on the intersection of biblical texts and archaeology, hosting scholars who translate ancient narratives into contexts we can analyze today. Episodes frequently unpack creation myths, archaeology of sites like Masada, and the Dead Sea Scrolls, while also examining how religious traditions, textual transmission, and historical events shape our understanding of the Bible. Noteworthy is the strong emphasis on scholarly methods, provenance, and the political and cultural backdrops that informed ancient narratives, often featuring prominent academics as guests. Listeners can expect thoughtful debates about historical context, source criticism, and how archaeology informs biblical interpretation, with a clear bias toward evidenc... more

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2. Roberta Mazza
3. Dr. David Shepherd
4. Dr. Jodi Magness
5. Dr. Robyn Faith Walsh
6. Elizabeth VanDyke
7. Dr. Michael Satlow
8. Dr. Jonathan Sheehan

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