David Did It, Others Did Not: The creation of Ancient Israel

A critical reassessment of the historical accuracy and chronology of Ancient Israel, particularly focusing on King David's reign, reveals that while David likely ruled over Jerusalem and its vicinity, his empire was more modest than traditionally believed. The study challenges both minimalist and maximalist interpretations by advocating for a nuanced approach to textual and archaeological evidence, emphasizing the need for rigorous cross-disciplinary collaboration and methodological sophistication. It argues against rigid chronological frameworks and highlights the limitations of assuming simultaneity in cultural phenomena across regions.

(Ed.). (2014). David Did It, Others Did Not: The creation of Ancient Israel. The Bible and Radiocarbon Dating, 434–450. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781315711294-38