Vol. 1 The Christian History Podcast

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3.34 When was the Exodus? Part 2 Jun 28, 2018

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In this episode, the second of two, I dive deeper into the theories that attempt to date the Exodus. First, I take a look at the archaeological evidence that researchers have offered in an attempt to place the events in a timeline, focusing on various cities in Canaan. I also look at the known Egyptian history and align it with the biblical narrative. Next week, I’ll restart the history of the New Kingdom. After listening, let me know what you think.

3.33 When was the Exodus? Part 1 Jun 21, 2018

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In this episode, the first part of two, I cover a couple of the theories attempting to date the Exodus event. In most of these, historians attempt to align the events found in the Book of Exodus with historical evidence. I also explore the 1450 date I’ve been referring to. Next week, I’ll wrap up the theories around the date of the Exodus. After listening, let me know what you think.

3.32 The New Kingdom Part 3; Thutmose III Jun 14, 2018

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In this episode, I cover Thutmose the 3rd, whole ruled ancient Egypt in from about 1479 to 1425 BC. According to Rabbinical Judaism, this is the period when the Exodus occurred. Most historians consider him to be a great military leader, having expanded the empire to the largest extent seen up to that period. Next week, I’ll continue the history of the Egyptian New Kingdom. After listening, let me know what you think.

3.31 The New Kingdom Part 2 Jun 07, 2018

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In this episode, I cover the first next three rulers of the New Kingdom, Thutmose the 1st and 2nd, as well as Queen Hatshepsut. But, Thutmose the 3rd was also on the throne at the time, but he was too young to rule. These are essentially the year 1506 through 1458 BC, so just before the proposed time of the Exodus. Next week, I’ll continue the history of the Egyptian New Kingdom. After listening, let me know what you think.

3.30 The New Kingdom Part 1 May 31, 2018

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In this episode, I cover the last couple of rulers from both the Hyksos and the Egyptian 17th Dynasties. Knowledge of the life and times of both groups are necessary to understand the New Kingdom. I then get started on the first ruler of the New Kingdom, Amenhotep the 1st, who died around the time that it’s believed Moses was exiled to Midian. Next week, I’ll continue the history of the Egyptian New Kingdom. After listening, let me know what you think.

3.29 The Hyksos May 24, 2018

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In this episode, I cover what is known about the Hyksos. A people originally from Canaan who would rule part of Egypt during the Second Intermediate Period. What do they have in common with the Biblical account of the Israelites exiled to the same country? Listen and find out. Next week, I’ll begin the Egyptian New Kingdom. After listening, let me know what you think.

3.28 Egyptian Second Intermediate Period May 17, 2018

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In this episode, I walk through the history of the Middle Kingdom from about 1806 to 1550 BC. This was the most probable period when the Israelites lived in exile in Egypt. I also touch on the several concurrent dynasties of the period, including the Hyksos. These immigrants from Canaan seem extremely familiar. Listen to find out why. Next week, I’ll do a deeper dive into the Hyksos. After listening, let me know what you think.

3.27 Egyptian Middle Kingdom Pt. 2 May 10, 2018

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In this episode, I walk through the history of the Middle Kingdom from about 1914 to 1806 BC. It was sometime during this period where Joseph was sold into Egyptian slavery, sent to prison, released, and became the vizier of Egypt. Probably towards the end of the period, his bothers make their multiple trips to the kingdom, and finally his father, Jacob, and the rest of his family arrived there. The beginning of the 400 or so year exile. And, this episode walks through the country he would have experienced. Next week, I’ll continue the history of the Middle Kingdom. After listening, let me know what you think.

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3.26 Egyptian Middle Kingdom Pt. 1 May 03, 2018

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In this episode, I cover the first 120 years of the Egyptian Middle Kingdom. It was during this time that Abram and his family probably journey to the land of the Pharaohs and Pyramids. I talk through the forces that reunited the land and the societal dynamics that Abram would have encountered. Next week, I’ll continue the history of the Middle Kingdom. After listening, let me know what you think.

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3.25 Egyptian First Intermediate Period Apr 26, 2018

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In this episode, I cover the entire 1st Intermediate period. In the episode, you’ll learn why we know so little of the history of this time. Also, I cover how the previously powerful kingdom was spilt up. I then walk through the precursors to the reemergence of the empire. Next week, I’ll begin the history of the Middle Kingdom. After listening, let me know what you think.

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