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.

Endnote 2 - Searching for the “Original” Bible

Like the preceding two verses, also this verse is lacking in the LXX and Qumran Scroll. Even though verse 8 does not contain praise of the Lord, it was probably added by a late scribe or redactor.

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Endnote 1 - Searching for the “Original” Bible

Compare Psalm 82:1 in the New Revised Standard Version: “God has taken his place in the divine council; in the midst of the gods he holds judgment.” See also Psalm 29:1 “Ascribe to the Lord, O heavenly beings, ascribe to the Lord glory and strength.” In the latter verse, a literal translation of the words bney elim would be “sons of gods,” but modern translations usually present this phrase as “heavenly beings.”

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Endnote 1 - Parsing “The Parting” Painting: The Marriage of the Virgin

The work is sometimes called “The Betrothal of the Virgin,” leading to confusion as to whether we are viewing an engagement or a marriage ceremony. There are many reasons to believe that this is a marriage, including the site, the attending witnesses, and the presence of its officiant, the high priest of Israel.