Archaeology and the Gospels with James Strange

Dr. James Strange (Samford University) talks to us about archaeology and the gospels. We discuss:

• The Shikhin excavation project in Israel
• Oil lamp production in the first century
• How archaeologists relate archaeology and the texts of the gospels
• How an archaeologist may read Matthew 5:14-15, including:
  • “You are the light of the world. A city built on a hill cannot be hid” (v. 14)
  • “People do not light a lamp and put it under the bushel basket” (v. 15) 
• The function, structure, and significance of synagogues

Relevant Works by James Strange

• Excavating the Land of Jesus: How Archaeologists Study the People of the Gospels. Eerdmans, 2023.
• Galilee in the Late Second Temple and Mishnaic Periods. 2 volumes. Fortress, 2014/2015.

James Strange Recommends

• The older version of the 5 inch Marshalltown trowel
• Friends of ASOR Webinars (American Society of Overseas Research)
• Just So You Know by E.R. Brown (Youtube channel on archaeology and the Bible)

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