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David and Solomon

In Search of the Bible's Sacred Kings and the Roots of the Western Tradition

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Archaeological discoveries have transformed our understanding of biblical figures, particularly David and Solomon, traditionally viewed as heroic kings. Finkelstein and Silberman reveal that the historical David was likely a bandit leader in Jerusalem, with many biblical accounts being mythologized over time. They explore how these figures evolved through wars and tragedies, becoming symbols of hope for Jews and Christians, and influencing European kingship. This work combines meticulous research with engaging scholarship, reshaping the narrative of western civilization's origins.

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David and Solomon, Israel Finkelstein, Neil Asher Silberman

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Titre
David and Solomon
Sous-titre
In Search of the Bible's Sacred Kings and the Roots of the Western Tradition
Langue
Anglais
Éditeur
Atria Books
Publié
2007
Format
souple
Pages
352
ISBN13
9780743243636
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Archaeological discoveries have transformed our understanding of biblical figures, particularly David and Solomon, traditionally viewed as heroic kings. Finkelstein and Silberman reveal that the historical David was likely a bandit leader in Jerusalem, with many biblical accounts being mythologized over time. They explore how these figures evolved through wars and tragedies, becoming symbols of hope for Jews and Christians, and influencing European kingship. This work combines meticulous research with engaging scholarship, reshaping the narrative of western civilization's origins.