Genesis 23:1-6--Unveiling the Hittites: A Biblical and Archaeological Exploration

Welcome back to the Bible Difficulties and Answers podcast with your host, Lance Smith. In this episode, we delve into the intriguing question of how the Hittites could have been present in Hebron in 2050 BC, despite their kingdom being in modern-day Turkey. This mystery has long puzzled scholars and skeptics who question the biblical timeline and ancient migrations.

Join us as we explore archaeological evidence and scriptural insights to uncover the surprising presence of the Hittites in Canaan during Abraham's time. We examine seven key factors supporting this historical possibility, including early settlements, Hittite expansion, and linguistic evidence, among others. Discover how these findings align with the biblical narrative and what they reveal about ancient cultures and migrations.

By the end of this episode, you'll see how the presence of Hittites in Canaan isn't just plausible but a reality grounded in both archaeology and history. Tune in next week as we explore another biblical puzzle: Why does Genesis 25:1 call Keturah Abraham's wife, while 1 Chronicles 1:32 refers to her as his concubine? Don't miss out on this captivating dive into ancient family dynamics!

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1. https://a.co/d/7shn4hI (The Big Book of Bible Difficulties from Amazon)
2. https://www.icr.org/books/defenders/408
3. https://armstronginstitute.org/954-finding-the-hittites
4. https://wol.jw.org/en/wol/d/r1/lp-e/1955242
5. https://www.biblicalarchaeology.org/daily/ancient-cultures/ancient-near-eastern-world/who-were-the-hittites/
6. Bryce, Trevor (1998). The Kingdom of the Hittites. Oxford: Clarendon Press. pp. 389–391. ISBN 0-19-814095-9
7. https://armstronginstitute.org/958-are-biblical-hittites-in-canaan-anachronistic