Scientists Uncover Turbulent Past of Biblical City
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A new radiocarbon dating study of the ancient city of Gezer in Israel confirms some biblical events, such as destructions linked to Pharaoh Merneptah and Egyptian King Shishak, while challenging others like the campaign of Hazael, providing a more detailed and nuanced understanding of the city's tumultuous history.
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