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100	1		_aSayce, A. H. _q(Archibald Henry), _d1845-1933
245	1	0	_aPatriarchal Palestine
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2004-12-21
508			_aProduced by Jonathan Ingram, David King, and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520			_a"Patriarchal Palestine" by A. H. Sayce is a historical account likely written in the late 19th century. The work delves into the history and geography of ancient Canaan, particularly focusing on the period of the patriarchs as depicted in the Old Testament. Sayce argues for the historical accuracy of the Pentateuch, utilizing archaeological evidence to reinforce his perspective that the biblical narratives are rooted in factual events and figures. The opening of the book serves as a preface that sets the stage for an exploration of the archaeological and historical context of Canaan before the Israelite conquest. Sayce discusses the skepticism surrounding the existence of the patriarchs, asserting that modern archaeological discoveries affirm the authenticity of the biblical accounts. He emphasizes the intertwined relationships between Canaan, Babylon, and Egypt, detailing the cultural and historical significance of the region during the Patriarchal Age. The text highlights the complexity of the ancient populations, their interactions, and migrations, all of which are crucial for understanding the environment into which the Hebrew patriarchs entered. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aPalestine -- History
653			_aJews -- History -- To 953 B.C.
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/14405
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