07-25-2013, 07:32 PM
Archaeology is the most politicized of all the sciences and nowhere more so than in the Middle East, where people exploit it to reinforce their territorial claims. Plus, in the Holy Land (note that expression) there is a further complication: religion. Many people excavate specifically to find evidence that supports Biblical accounts. Needless to say, this colors all their findings and interpretations. When you see any find associated with a prominent OT figure, use discretion.
Pecunia non olet
