Biblical Archaeology Review
Biblical Archaeology Review is the flagship publication of the Biblical Archaeology Society. For more than 40 years it has been making the world of archaeology in the lands of the Bible come alive for the interested layperson. Full of vivid images and articles written by leading scholars, this is a must read for anyone interested in the archaeology of the ancient Near East.
Ancient Ivory—The Story of Wealth, Decadence and Beauty
Balaam in the Bible
Balaam, son of Beor, was a seer from the land of Aram—perhaps in Mesopotamia—who was famous for the power of his blessings and curses. As the Israelites were poised for battle with the Moabites, Balak, king of Moab, summoned Balaam to aid his side by cursing Israel.
Lemaire’s Restoration of Combination I
In Lemaire’s restoration of Combination I, individual fragments are tinted beige. Comparison demonstrates that Lemaire has added some fragments to his reconstruction. Restored letters are drawn with dotted lines.
Fragments from the Book of Balaam Found at Deir Alla
Queries & Comments
Ai and the Bible
To the Editor:
Books in Brief
The Temple Scroll: The Hidden Law of the Dead Sea Sect
Yigael Yadin (New York: Random House, 1985) 261 pp., $24.95
BARlines
Israeli Archaeologists Support Sale of Artifacts
BARview: Dubitante No More—BAR to Accept Ads for Near Eastern Antiquities
Inside BAR
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