The Christian History Podcast

This week I cover what is essentially the recorded history of Syria from about 3000 BC to the 20th Century AD. Syria is mentioned throughout the Old and New Testaments and I’m working it in here because it was part of the Battle of Siddim narrative. Given that more comprehensive records are avaible the closer to the current period we draw, a great deal of attention is placed on the first half of the 20th century in Syria. I also touch on the Ottomans, Akkadians, Egyptians, Muslims, Mongols, and the Crusaders. Next week, I’ll wrap up the history of Syria. You don’t want to miss it. After listening, let me know what you think.

This week I cover the Prehistoric History of Syria. Syria is mentioned throughout the Old and New Testaments and I’m working it in here because it was part of the Battle of Siddim narrative. I cover in depth the settlement of Mureybet, a tell on the banks of the Euphrates River. I also touch on the climate, agriculture, tools, and jewelry. Next week, begin the history of Syria that coincides with the time period of Genesis.You don’t want to miss it.     After listening, let me know what you think.

This week I cover the Battle of Siddim, as found I Genesis 14. This is the story of how Abraham and over 300 of his armed men rescued his Nephew Lot from the grasps of King Chedorloamer.  Also, I cover the theories of who were all of the kings listed in the Genesis narrative. Next week, I’ll cover the History of Damascus and Syria. You don’t want to miss it.     After listening, let me know what you think.

This week I cover the history and modern condition of the Dead Sea. Also, I go over many examples of where the Eastern Sea is found in the Old Testament. Finally a proposed pipeline to aid in refilling the lake is examined. Next week, I’ll cover the Battle of Siddim.     After listening, let me know what you think.

This week I cover the geography of the Dead Sea. From the somewhat trivial, such as its size, to how it’s thought to have formed, are explored. Also, is it really dead? Yes there is some life. And a relative of the manatee is discussed. Next week, I’ll cover the history of the Dead Sea.

This week I cover the geography and history of the Sea of Galilee. Its size, location, and fauna are explored, along with what sets it apart from other bodies of water. Also, the archaeology and history through the modern era are touched on. Next week, I’ll cover the history and geography of the Dead Sea.     After listening, let me know what you think.

This week I cover the succinct history of Zoar, the city that Lot pleaded with God to save from the fire and brimstone destruction that befell Sodom and Gomorrah. Actually, most of the episode is about the history of the sources of the history of Zoar. Next week, I’ll cover the history and geography of the Sea of Galilee.

This week is the second and last episode concerning Sodom and Gomorrah. The episode covers the account of the twin cities from sources outside of Genesis, which include both the Old and New Testaments. Also, deuterocanonical sources as well as the Quran, and Jewish commentary are explored. Last, I work through the sparse archeological evidence of the cities. Next week, I’ll cover the city of Zoar and the geography of both the Sea of Galilee and the Dead Sea.     After listening, let me know what you think.

When I left off last week, I teased that this week’s episode was the second part to Sodom and Gomorrah. But, then I came to the realization that this episode would be released the week of Christmas 2016, and of all the stories in the Old Testament, nothing is really further from the New Testament theme of grace and redemption than the fire and brimstone of Sodom and Gomorrah. So, for the first time, I’m creating a supplemental episode. Sometime in the future, when the historical chronology of the bible warrants it, I’ll work this episode into its proper sequence. This week is more than you may have ever wanted to know about the three wisemen. Next week, will be the continuation of Sodom and Gomorrah.   After listening, let me know what you think.

This week is the first episode of what I expect to be three concerning Sodom and Gomorrah. The episode covers the account of the twin cities from Genesis. Also, two theories that could potentially explain the destruction that rained on the region are explored. Next week, I’ll cover the two cities as found elsewhere in the Old Testament as well as the archaeological evidence of their existence.     After listening, let me know what you think.

This week is the eighth and final episode concern Canaan. This episode walks through the impact of the climate and the general historical cycles of the area. Also, and recognizing that it is a bit redundant, I provide a summary of the history of the area.  Next week, I’ll cover the history of Sodom and Gomorrah.    After listening, let me know what you think.

The History of Canaan Part 7 This week is the seventh of several concerning the Canaanites. This episode walks through the late Bronze and Iron Ages of the land of Canaan.  Next week, I’ll wrap up the history of Canaan.  After listening, let me know what you think.

This week is the sixth of several concerning the Canaanites. This episode gives an overview of the history of Canaan before diving into the early and middle Bronze Ages. Influence from Mesopotamia and Egypt are also discussed.  Next week, I’ll cover the late Bronze Age along with the Iron Age.   After listening, let me know what you think.

This week is the fifth of several concerning the Canaanites. It’s also the second part on Ebla and covers the history of Aleppo. Ebla was located about 34 miles or 55 kilometers from the modern city of Aleppo, the epicenter of the Syrian Civil War.  It was also the location where the Ebla tablets were found, a primary source for the history of Canaan. Next week, I begin again the history of Canaan.    After listening, let me know what you think.

This week is the fourth of several concerning the Canaanites. But, it’s also a bit of a journey into a rabbit hole about one specific city, Ebla. Ebla was located about a day’s walk from the modern city of Aleppo, the epicenter of the Syrian Civil War.  It was also the location where the Ebla tablets were found, a primary source for the history of Canaan. Next week, I will wrap up the history of Elba and also provide a brief history of Aleppo.   After listening, let me know what you think.