The Christian History Podcast

This week I wrap up the history of the Hittites, with the 4th part of the miniseries. This episode focuses on what has become known as the New Kingdom of the Hittites as well as the several centuries following its collapse. Next week, I’ll cover several smaller places found in the middle of Genesis. You don’t want to miss it. After listening, let me know what you think.

This week I continue the history of the Hittites, with the 3rd of 4 parts. This episode focuses on the several centuries of the Old Kingdom as well as the 100 or so years of their dark age, which has become known as the Middle Kingdom. Next week, I’ll wrap up the Hittites with a dive into their New Kingdom and decline. You don’t want to miss it. After listening, let me know what you think.

This week I continued the history of the Hittites, a series that will last a few episodes. This week, I cover the archaeological history, the process of translating the documents, and their prehistory. Next week, I’ll start with the Old Kingdom. You don’t want to miss it. After listening, let me know what you think.

This week I began the history of the Hittites, a series that will last a few episodes. This week, I cover who they were in the Bible, their language, and three theories on their origins. Next week, I’ll begin their history, focusing on the group in Anatolia. You don’t want to miss it. After listening, let me know what you think.

This week I wrap up the history of Hebron. This week covering from the ouster of the Crusaders in the 12th century AD through the modern era. In doing so, I spend a great deal of time on both the Islamic era and the 20th century. Next week, I’ll start the history of the Hittites. You don’t want to miss it. After listening, let me know what you think.

This week I covered the history of Hebron. Well, the first part, through the middle of the Islamic era. Hebron, like many of the other cities I’ve covered recently, was first mentioned in the story of Abraham, and appeared throughout the Old Testament narrative. Hebron was where David was twice crowned and is believed to be the final resting place of three of Judaism’s founding fathers. Who is allegedly buried there? Listen and find out. Next week, I’ll wrap up the history of the Hebron. You don’t want to miss it. After listening, let me know what you think.

This week I covered the history of Beersheba. Beersheba was first mentioned in the story of Abraham, and appeared throughout the Old Testament narrative. It was an oasis in the desert and experienced rapid growth in the second half of the 20th century AD. But what happened in between? Listen and find out. Next week, I’ll cover the history of the Hebron. You don’t want to miss it. After listening, let me know what you think.

This week I covered the history of the Philistines. The Philistines were first mentioned in the Table of Nations, but are best known as the persistent antagonists of the Israelites. Who were they really, and what does the outside record say about them? What were their interactions with other countries, like Egypt. Why did the essentially disappear. Listen and find out. Next week, I’ll cover the history of the Beersheba. You don’t want to miss it. After listening, let me know what you think.

This week I covered the history of both Ammon and Kadesh. Ammon would eventually become Amman, the capital of the modern country of Jordan. The Ammonites always had an adversarial relationship with the Israelites. Kadesh, was located in what is now Syria and little can be found in the extant historical record. Next week, I’ll begin the history of the Philistines. You don’t want to miss it. After listening, let me know what you think.

This week I wrapped up the history of Moab. I cover the geography of the area and how that led to its development. Also, the parallels between its known history and that found in the Old Testament. Finally, the demise of the area is touched on. Next week, I’ll cover the history of Ammon. You don’t want to miss it. After listening, let me know what you think.

This week I begin the history of Moab. Well actually, almost the entire episode is on the Mesha Stele and its parallels to 2nd Kings Chapter 3. The exploits of the King of Moab against the allied Israeli tribes is covered. Next week, I’ll cover the history of Moab in full. You don’t want to miss it.

This week I cover the latter portion of the Syrian Islamic history of Damascus, essentially covering the period from about the year 1000 AD to the present day. I also touch on the geography and climate of the city. Next week, I’ll cover the history of Moab. You don’t want to miss it. After listening, let me know what you think.

This week I cover the Islamic history of Damascus, essentially covering the period from the end of the Roman era until about the year 1000 AD. I also dive into the Islamic Caliph al-Walid and how such rulers impacted the history of the region. Next week, I’ll wrap up the history of the city of Damascus. You don’t want to miss it. After listening, let me know what you think.

This week I cover the ancient history of Damascus, journeying from pre-history to the end of the Roman era. I also touch on radiocarbon dating and Greek city design. Next week, I’ll cover the history of the city of Damascus from the Islamic era through the modern age. You don’t want to miss it. After listening, let me know what you think.

This week I cover the modern history of Syria, focusing exclusively on the events of the 20th century. While this may seem like a departure from the mission of the podcast, this period continues to impact the unfolding history of Christianity. Next week, I’ll cover the history of the city of Damascus. You don’t want to miss it. After listening, let me know what you think.