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100 1 _aSayce, A. H.
_q(Archibald Henry),
_d1845-1933
245 1 0 _aFresh light from the ancient monuments
250 _aSecond edition.
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2010
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2010-06-18
520 _a"Fresh Light from the Ancient Monuments" by A. H. Sayce is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book presents a synthesis of archaeological discoveries from ancient civilizations, such as Egypt, Assyria, and Babylon, and discusses how these findings corroborate biblical narratives. It aims to provide a fresh perspective on the historical accuracy of the Bible by illustrating it through monuments and inscriptions recently uncovered. The opening of the work sets the stage by highlighting the significant archaeological discoveries that have emerged over recent decades, emphasizing their role in shedding light on previously debated biblical stories. Sayce introduces readers to key aspects of ancient history, including the forgotten Hittite Empire and the decipherment of cuneiform inscriptions, which have revealed unexpected confirmations of biblical accounts, from the Creation story in Genesis to the historical figures and events surrounding the Exodus. Through this introductory discussion, the author establishes the relevance of the ancient monuments to modern understanding of biblical history, engaging readers in the intersection of archaeology, history, and theology from the very outset. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aBible -- Evidences, authority, etc.
653 _aBible -- Antiquities
653 _aCuneiform inscriptions
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/32883
999 _c73729
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