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Biblical World
Architecture of the City of David - Chris McKinny & Mary Buck
Jul 21, 2021
Archaeology and architecture expert Chris McKinny and Mary Buck delve into the topography of ancient Jerusalem, the history of the Millo, the identification of the Millo with the Spring Tower, narrative implications of key locations, and the significance of Gihon Spring. Exploring the correlations between biblical narratives and historical events, they discuss Solomon's rise, Joab's character, and the construction of the city of David, intertwined with references to The Godfather and the water shaft theory.
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- The topography of ancient Jerusalem influenced its development from the Middle Bronze Age.
- Hezekiah's Tunnel revolutionized Jerusalem's water system, enhancing living conditions in the city.
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History of Iron Age Jerusalem and the Eastern Hill
Jerusalem, initially founded on the Eastern Hill rather than the Western Hill, dates back to at least 1800 BC during the Middle Bronze Age, with the Gihon Spring being a crucial factor for its development. References to Jerusalem predate biblical times, with mentions in Egyptian sources and its Canaanite origins before King David's conquest.
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