[Bible] Episode 322: Cynthia Shafer-Elliott - Where Archaeology Intersects with the Bible

On this week’s episode of The Bible for Normal People, Pete talks with archaeologist Cynthia Shafer-Elliott about what archaeology can—and can’t—tell us about the Bible. Cynthia explains how archaeologists excavate ancient sites, highlights key discoveries like the Tel Dan Stele and the Lachish reliefs, and explores what everyday artifacts reveal about life in ancient Israel and Judah. Together they discuss how material culture complicates simple claims that archaeology either proves or disproves the Bible, offering instead a richer picture of the ancient world behind the text. Show Notes → Watch this episode on YouTube → ********** This episode is sponsored by Factor. Head to Factormeals.com/normalpeople50off and use code normalpeople50off to get 50 percent off and free daily greens per box, with new subscription only, while supplies last until 09/27/2026. (See website for more details) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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[Bible] Episode 322: Cynthia Shafer-Elliott - Where Archaeology Intersects with the Bible is an episode from The Bible For Normal People by The Bible for Normal People.

This episode is 58:22 long.

This episode was published on Mar 30, 2026.

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