The Ancient Near East. Explained

Conversations with leading scholars about archaeology, ancient texts, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and the region that shaped the world.

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Exploring the world behind the Bible

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The past behind the sacred

Hear from scholars changing how we understand the ancient Near East.

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Conversations with leading scholars about archaeology, ancient texts, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and the region that continues to define our world.

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