History Through The Ages: A Critical Look At Biblical Studies With Dr. Robert R. Cargill

How can our scholarly capacity and critical thinking lead us to unravel some of history’s most perplexing mysteries? Are there ways to read the Bible that pave the way for the most accurate understanding of the past? Dr. Robert R. Cargill, an archaeologist, author, digital humanist, and scholar of Jewish and biblical studies, joins the podcast to share his expertise on this fascinating topic…

As the Roger A. Hornsby Associate Professor in the Classics at The University of Iowa, Dr. Cargill’s work in academics is not just diverse, but also deep and rich. He teaches courses on the Dead Sea Scrolls, the History of Jerusalem, and the Ancient Origins of Religious Conflict – all of which are underpinned by his ongoing archeological research in the field.

Dr. Cargill has also written several books, namely Melchizedek, King of Sodom: How Scribes Invented the Biblical Priest-King and The Cities That Built the Bible. Additionally, he has appeared as an established public scholar on CNN, History, Discovery, Nat Geo, and other networks.

Dig in to discover:

• Things you need to know about the Old Testament. 
• How to read the Bible critically in order to understand ancient cultures better. 
• The ways that faith-based beliefs can contradict the scientific process. 

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