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Title: "Massive" gate found at Gath
Post by: Dave Beatty on Aug 04, 2015, 04:21 PM

The fortifications and huge entry gate have been uncovered at the Biblical city of Gath, Goliath's hometown.

An excellent write up is here:

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2015-08/bu-bua080315.php

Of special importance is evidence of the first Philistine settlement around 1200 BC.

Title: Re: "Massive" gate found at Gath
Post by: Jim Webster on Aug 04, 2015, 05:02 PM

I've always had a soft spot for the Philistines
One day I might even do the army :o

Title: Re: "Massive" gate found at Gath
Post by: Tim on Aug 04, 2015, 06:51 PM

Then we will read 'Jim Webster - Philistine'...

Title: Re: "Massive" gate found at Gath
Post by: Jim Webster on Aug 05, 2015, 11:01 AM

Quote from: Tim on Aug 04, 2015, 06:51 PM
Then we will read 'Jim Webster - Philistine'...

I'm sure it's been said before :-[

Jim

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