The Moses Scroll: "Official" Reasons for Rejection
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Join Ross K. Nichols and Jono Vandor in episode 13 of the gripping podcast, INFamous: The Shapira Saga, as they delve into the "Reasons for Rejection." Based on Chapter 10 of Ross's book, The Moses Scroll, this episode focuses on a pivotal moment in August 1883, a period marked by rapid dismissals from Claude Conder, Monsieur Clermont-Ganneau, and Christian David Ginsburg. Each scholar rejected the Shapira manuscript strips within two whirlwind days, as detailed in the chapter "Thrice Rejected in Two Days." This episode critically examines their reasons for rejection—were their assessments accurate or do recent discoveries cast doubt on their conclusions? Tune in for a thought-provoking analysis that challenges historical verdicts with today's knowledge. Don't miss this exploration of one of biblical archaeology's most contentious debates!
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