Patterns of Evidence: The Red Sea Miracle Season 2, Episode 5: Jim Phillips

David Rohl

As an Egyptologist best known for his keen interest in the Bible and maverick views on chronology revision, Rohl has a unique perspective on the Exodus. In this rare 2003 interview, he shares some of his ideas about Moses and the geography of the Exodus. • Background in Egyptology and the Bible • Did Moses Actually Exist? • The Geography of the Exodus

3 min

Hershel Shanks

Shanks is one of the best-known figures in archaeological circles, yet he still considers himself an amateur. He shares how he started Biblical Archaeology Review magazine (BAR), along with his views of the miracles and historical validity of the Exodus events. • Shanks’ Entry into Biblical Archaeology • Myth or a True Historical Account?

4 min

Jason S. DeRouchie

After touching on his background of faith and biblical studies, DeRouchie lays out an important connection between the Old and New Testaments. He also explains his approach to interpreting biblical history. • Intro with Tim and Steve • How Dr. DeRouchie’s Interest in the Bible Began • The Old and New Testament - Why They are Both Important • God's Actions

16 min

Temple Grandin

After giving her background, Grandin explains how autism helps her understand animal behavior in ways that others miss. She then goes on to share unique insights about the effects of autism, as well as therapy strategies to help those with it. • Intro with Tim and Steve • A Career in Animal Science • Autism and Being a Visual Thinker • Living with Autism

8 min

James K. Hoffmeier and Stephen Moshier

Moshier explains what a geologist can add to our knowledge of the Exodus account. Hoffmeier tells how the relief from Pharaoh Seti might connect to the Exodus while each shows how the delta region with its canals and forts looked very different long ago. • Intro with Tim and Steve • Geology and the Bible • The Seti Relief - a Map Connected to the Exodus? • Canals and Forts at the Ballah Lakes • Reconstructing the Ancient Map of the Border Lakes

17 min

Manfred Bietak

Bietak gives his views on how the biblical account may connect to real history. While he sees no direct evidence for the Israelites at his preferred Exodus date, he has other intriguing reasons not to reject the claims of the Bible. • Intro with Tim and Steve • Perspective on the Exodus • Early Israelites in Egypt: Who Were They?

10 min

Alan Millard

As a proponent of biblical historicity, Millard gives his reasons for accepting the validity of its historical events. He also discusses the soundness of Josephus’ writings and shares his background in archaeology, specifically with ancient languages and inscriptions. • Intro with Tim and Steve • Archaeology with a Focus on Ancient Languages • Is the Bible Accurate? • Other Ancient Historical Accounts

6 min

Bryant Wood

At the Shiloh dig site, Wood answers a series of questions about the history found in the Bible, such as: “Are the biblical accounts meant as actual historical records?” and “Did Moses write the first books of the Bible?” • Intro with Tim and Steve • Is the Bible a Historical Record or Just Moral and Spiritual Teachings? • Are the First Five Books of the Bible Historical? • Did Moses Write at Least Part of the Torah? • Is Biblical Archaeology Valid as a Discipline?

Peter Wiegand

Does modern science really contradict biblical faith? After recounting his unlikely conversion story, Wiegand profiles modern biblical criticism and gives reasons for rejecting those attacks. • Intro with Tim and Steve • Coming to Faith • Modern Biblical Criticism

13 min

Glen Fritz

Fritz tells how he became fixated with solving the mystery of the Exodus route. He stresses the need for a geographic approach to resolve the problem, and shares how the resulting solution points to a place where a spectacular miracle occured. • Intro with Tim and Steve • Becoming Involved with the Exodus Investigation • The Sea Crossing

8 min

Barry Beitzel

Beitzel shares how he grew up, came to faith, and became interested in geography. He stresses the vital role that geography plays in the Bible, and laments the fact that many people’s lack of geographic understanding has stunted their grasp of the biblical accounts. • Intro with Tim and Steve • Early Years and Introduction to Faith • Geography and the Bible • Geography and Modern American Society

15 min