HarperCollins Atlas of Bible History Quotes

“Whether written records survive depends on what they were written on. Most literate societies of the ancient Near East left inscriptions on stone, or sometimes on metal. These texts, however, are limited in their subject matter, usually proclaiming the greatness of a king, recording his victories, entreating the favor of a god, or displaying the laws of the land.”
― James B. Pritchard, HarperCollins Atlas of Bible History

“Of course, archaeology is a matter of interpretation and opinion as well as investigation; and such opinions become particularly acute when the Bible is involved. For example, the issue of ancient chronology-especially Egyptian-excites much debate and discussion.”
― James B. Pritchard, HarperCollins Atlas of Bible History