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"When it comes to exploring, David Rohl makes Indiana Jones look like an under-achiever. ...Rohl is Britain's highest profile Egyptologist." -- "Daily Express"
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The stories of the Old Testament retold from a modern, historical perspective, based on new archaeological evidence
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22 of 23 people found the following review helpful
I met David Rohl at a presentation he was giving on a theme of linking the Bible to archeological finds and other supporting evidence. I was impressed by the quality and quantity of material David put forward and so I decided to take the plunge and read ‘From Eden to Exile’. The author puts forward the case for a lot of evidence to support the Bible; the skill is where to look and getting the chronology correct. The new proposed chronology starts in the Neolithic age (c.5375 BC) with Adam, a great flood at Ur around 3113 BC, and Babel tower-temple at Eridu (c.2800 BC). For those seeking the link with the Egyptians, Abraham meets Pharaoh Nebkaure Khety IV in 10th Dynasty and Joseph becomes vizier in 1666 BC in the court of Pharaoh Amenemhat III of the 12th Dynasty. Moses appears in the 13th Dynasty (c.1530 BC) adopted by queen of Pharaoh Khaneferre Sobekhotep IV and challenges Pharaoh Dudimose later in his life. Exodus, including a possible route taken is discussed in great detail. Saul, David and Solomon are tied into the reign of Akhenaten and the Amarna period (c. 1020-1000 BC) and later Pharaoh Horemheb. The few characters I have highlighted are covered in depth as are most of the other Biblical personalities. The writer puts forward a case for each person; who his contempories were, revised time period and supporting archeology. The book is awash with maps, satellite photographs, illustrations and black and white images of key supporting pieces of evidence. Please bear in mind the Bible has a lot of information to take in and this new chronology is packed with a similar amount. This book will have you thinking, analyzing, summarizing and concluding late into the wee small hours. As the reader you make your own decision whether the supporting evidence is strong enough for you to accept the new chronology. Anyone studying Egyptology would find this book interesting because it challenges conventional ideas and proposes fresh interpretation of existing records. I have recommended this book to several people keen on ancient Egypt and all have been delighted. Any Bible scholar would probably find evidence to support the Bible but might be disappointed by the assessment of the main players, personalities and actions. If you have any interests in this area why not read the book and make your own judgement.
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This book could be read in isolation, but to get the full benefit of the rationale behind it, it's best to read 'Legend' first (see my separate review). The object of this book is to present Rohl's historical interpretation of the Old Testament and "prove" that it is more than just religious ideology knitted into a series of allegorical fables. In 'Legend' he establishes the foundation on which this book stands (or falls); in this book he has included some further "evidence" to support his case and draws on just about every available source and, in doing so, manages to present a fairly detailed history of the Israelite people over a period of ca 6000 years! Of course, the further back in time it goes, the more speculative it is, however it does (somehow) manage to maintain credibility throughout. Essentially, it is Rohl's own literary history of the Old Testament narrative, well written and brilliantly researched. It really is 'the greatest Story ever told' - although you will have to decide for yourself to what extent it is historically accurate; in any event, it is compulsive stuff (once you get into it) and though it is predominantly supposition, it does nonetheless offer an intriguing insight into the 'biblical world' (of which so little is truly known), and specifically, the creation of the Israelite nation.
10 of 21 people found the following review helpful
For tying the biblical chronologies to historical events 10 out of 10. Fornot writing enough about the Abrahamic period 2 out of 10. It seemed to methat several of the conclusions drawn in "Legend" are forgotten here orpurposefully dropped for lack of significance to the story (maybe theeditor's fault?). Very surprised to see the suggestion that Abraham was anAmorite and complete omission of the Hurrian influences in Hebrew culturediscussed by E.A. Speiser. If Rohl had suggested Hurrian Habiru origin forthe proto-hebrews then I might have believed him. And what about Isaac &Jacob? And isn't Idrimi's story important here? So what can I say GIVE USMORE! How can he leave us hanging on like this after wetting our appetitesso well with the first two books? Maybe I missed it (if so anotherreviewer is more than welcome to correct me with the relevant page number)but I was dissapointed at the breaking of the promised to suggest anidentification of Solomon's historical name. Finally the book does not gointo detail of Israel's exile to the east of Persia and follow up with theAfghan tribe names there which still testify to this. But otherwise on thewhole an excellent read. I don't regret a penny and certainly wouldn'teven mind paying a little more if I had to buy it again.
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