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Study Links Biblical Events to Ancient Magnetic Shifts

1/21/2025

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A groundbreaking study utilizing archaeomagnetic dating has validated significant events from the Hebrew Bible, pinpointing King Hazael's military campaign to around 830 BCE. It also redefines the destruction timeline of Tel Beth-Shean, connecting it to Pharaoh Shoshenq. This research uncovers rapid changes in Earth's magnetic field, deepening our grasp of ancient history and geophysical shifts.

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A groundbreaking study utilizing archaeomagnetic dating has validated significant events from the Hebrew Bible, pinpointing King Hazael's military campaign to around 830 BCE. It also redefines the destruction timeline of Tel Beth-Shean, connecting it to Pharaoh Shoshenq. This research uncovers rapid changes in Earth's magnetic field, deepening our grasp of ancient history and geophysical shifts.