The Evolution of Yahweh

This chapter examines the historical and archaeological context of the name Yahweh, tracing its roots in the ancient Israelite and Canaanite pantheon. It discusses early references to Yahweh, including mentions by the Shasu and inscriptions on the Moabite stela, while highlighting the challenges of interpreting limited archaeological evidence. The conversation also explores Yahweh’s identity as a war deity and its connections to early Israelite culture and language during the Iron Age.