Cities of the Bible
For many, the cities of the Holy Land are known merely as the setting for the epic stories. But what if each of these cities and the people who inhabited them actually contributed to the very composition of the Bible we know today?
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What You Will Discover
Shift your perspective from seeing biblical cities as mere backdrops to viewing them as active participants.
Archaeological Illumination
Learn about the intersection of archaeological sites, artifacts, and ancient texts.
Contextual Understanding
Discover how powers centered in Nineveh and Babylon influenced scripture formation.
Critical Textual History
Investigate sites like Qumran and the textual evidence shaping modern understanding.
From Setting to Source
View these cities as active participants in creating the sacred texts.
Dr. Robert R. Cargill
Roger A. Hornsby Associate Professor in the Classics, University of Iowa
Dr. Robert Cargill is an archaeologist, ancient Judaism scholar, and author who seamlessly bridges the gap between the academy and the public. As a seasoned excavator and former editor of Biblical Archaeology Review, he brings a wealth of field experience and critical insight to the study of scripture.
Academic Leader: Teaches biblical studies, archaeology, and the languages of the ancient Near East.
Media Personality: A familiar face on CNN, History, and Discovery, expertly decoding ancient mysteries for modern audiences.
Course Curriculum
8 crucial sites, spanning the foundations of writing to the rise of Rome.
