Tag Archives: Israel

Book Review: The Origins And Empire Of Ancient Israel

Posted on December 13, 2011 by nathanalbright

The Origins And Empire Of Ancient Israel, by Steven M. Collins This book is an entry-level book into the discussion of the historical question of Israel’s ancient empire. For those who do not wish to tackle much harder or longer … Continue reading →

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Examining The Options Of Palestinian Statehood

Posted on September 23, 2011 by nathanalbright

By the time I wake up, we will know a lot more about the way that the bid for Palestinian statehood is shaping up. That said, there are a few different options that exist, and they are worth examining at … Continue reading →

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Psalm 129: Yet They Have Not Prevailed Against Me

Posted on August 30, 2011 by nathanalbright

Sometimes the thoughts one has about a Bible verse has a lot to do with context and situation. This weekend I have been engaged in a conversation with friends about the sort of treatment one has for those who are … Continue reading →

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This Day In History: On May 14, 1948, Israel Won Its Independence

Posted on May 13, 2011 by nathanalbright

One of my favorite national anthems is Hatikvah, which means “The Dove” in Hebrew and serves as the Israeli anthem. It eschews the tendency of some national anthems to obscurity, and others to pomposity, by adopting a grave and serious … Continue reading →

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Zechariah 11: The Prophecy of the Wicked Shepherds

Posted on April 19, 2011 by nathanalbright

While engaging in my normal Passover reading, I thought to reflect upon the prophecies concerning shepherds and the wages of Judas found in Zechariah, and a close examination of the verses found it eerily applicable.  Therefore, I would like to … Continue reading →

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The Amarna Letters: A View From The Other Side

Posted on April 11, 2011 by nathanalbright

The Amarna Letters (along with later Hittite letters from the same era) provide an unusual perspective on events that were once familiar to every schoolboy and are still a subject of considerable interest to me personally (and I hope to … Continue reading →

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