Issues, Etc. The Discovery of an Ancient Inscription Possibly Referring to Moses – Dr. Craig Evans, 1/7/25 (2314)
10 snips
Aug 19, 2025 Dr. Craig Evans, a distinguished research professor at the Bible Seminary and an archaeological expert, discusses a groundbreaking ancient inscription that may refer to Moses, potentially reshaping our understanding of biblical history. He explores the challenges of dating this inscription and its historical significance. The conversation shines a light on the transition from polytheism to monotheism, invoking reflections on faith in media. Listeners will also get a preview of future discussions on current events and religious debates.
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
Early Inscription Could Confirm Name's Antiquity
- Dr. Craig Evans says a possible 3,800-year-old inscription mentioning 'Moshe' would argue for the name's antiquity and historic attestation.
- He cautions the dating and identification must be scrutinized before linking it definitively to the biblical Moses.
Dating Raises Major Chronological Questions
- Evans highlights the major dating problem: Barron dates the script to 1600–1800 BC, earlier than most scholarly datings of Moses.
- He suggests the date could mean the inscription records an earlier bearer's name or requires rethinking Exodus chronology.
Require Comparative Dating Evidence
- Evans recommends rigorous comparative palaeography using dated comparanda before accepting Barron's 1600–1800 BC range.
- He urges awaiting peer-reviewed publication and transparent datable comparisons.
