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The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.53 - The Story of Manasseh: The Evil King Who Saved JudahSend us a textHistory remembers King Manasseh as Judah's most wicked ruler, but archaeological evidence tells a different story. For 55 years, he kept his tiny kingdom alive through shrewd diplomacy and careful governance, transforming defeat into survival. While his father Hezekiah's rebellion against Assyria had devastated the kingdom, Manasseh took a pragmatic approach - restoring local shrines, rebuilding trade networks, and turning Judah into a valuable buffer state between Assyria and Egypt. Under his reign, settlements expanded south, new fortifications secured vital trade routes, and agricultural innovation helped feed a growing population. His story isn't one...2025-04-1441 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.52 - Hezekiah's Last StandSend us a text In 701 BCE, a small kingdom faced the most powerful empire in the world. One king, against all odds, prepared Jerusalem for an impossible defense. Fortified walls, secret water tunnels, and an unexpected divine intervention—this is the gripping true story of how Hezekiah survived Sennacherib's brutal invasion.The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2025-03-1533 minPreviously ProhibitedPreviously ProhibitedThe Other Side | Previously Prohibited Episode 24Jenin and Mel talk to liberal Zionist, author and host of Israel Explained, Shaiel Ben-Ephraim. Shaiel gives his perspective on the war in Gaza, how we got here and how to move forward.2025-03-041h 16ChaiFMChaiFM2025.02.26 – How might President Trump’s meeting with Prime Minister Netanyahu impact the ongoing hostage deal and the broader geopolitical situation? – Shaiel Ben Ephraim, Host of the history of the land of Israel podcast and Israel Explained YouTube Channel2025-02-2608 minChai FMChai FM2025.02.26 – How might President Trump’s meeting with Prime Minister Netanyahu impact the ongoing hostage deal and the broader geopolitical situation? – Shaiel Ben Ephraim, Host of the history of the land of Israel podcast and Israel Explained YouTube Channel2025-02-2608 minChaiFMChaiFM2025.02.26 – How might President Trump’s meeting with Prime Minister Netanyahu impact the ongoing hostage deal and the broader geopolitical situation? – Shaiel Ben Ephraim, Host of the history of the land of Israel podcast and Israel Explained YouTube Channel2025-02-2608 minChaiFMChaiFM2025.02.26 – How might President Trump’s meeting with Prime Minister Netanyahu impact the ongoing hostage deal and the broader geopolitical situation? – Shaiel Ben Ephraim, Host of the history of the land of Israel podcast and Israel Explained YouTube Channel2025-02-2608 minChaiFMChaiFM2025.02.26 – How might President Trump’s meeting with Prime Minister Netanyahu impact the ongoing hostage deal and the broader geopolitical situation? – Shaiel Ben Ephraim, Host of the history of the land of Israel podcast and Israel Explained YouTube Channel2025-02-2608 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.51 - The Reforms of HezekiahSend us a textAt just 25, Hezekiah inherited a kingdom under massive pressure from the mighty Assyrian Empire. But instead of cowering, he launched a bold religious and political revolution that would alter the course of Jewish history. How did he navigate treacherous geopolitical waters while transforming temple worship? What made him both a strategic political player and a deeply spiritual leader?The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2025-02-1941 minChaiFMChaiFM2025.02.12 – What influence does Elon have over Trump – Shaiel Ben Ephraim, freelance writer and editor living in Hollywood and Liberal Zionist2025-02-1206 minChai FMChai FM2025.02.12 – What influence does Elon have over Trump – Shaiel Ben Ephraim, freelance writer and editor living in Hollywood and Liberal Zionist2025-02-1206 minChaiFMChaiFM2025.02.12 – What influence does Elon have over Trump – Shaiel Ben Ephraim, freelance writer and editor living in Hollywood and Liberal Zionist2025-02-1206 minChaiFMChaiFM2025.02.12 – What influence does Elon have over Trump – Shaiel Ben Ephraim, freelance writer and editor living in Hollywood and Liberal Zionist2025-02-1206 minChaiFMChaiFM2025.02.12 – What influence does Elon have over Trump – Shaiel Ben Ephraim, freelance writer and editor living in Hollywood and Liberal Zionist2025-02-1206 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.50 – Judah Before the Reforms of HezekiahSend us a textThe reforms of Hezekiah would revolutionize the Israelite religion and make it genuinely monotheistic for the first time. They also made the Temple in Jerusalem truly central for the first time. What led to that and what did the religion of Judah look like before those far reaching reforms started? The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2025-02-0731 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.49 - The Destruction of IsraelSend us a textThe kingdom of Israel was destroyed and its elites exiled throughout the Assyrian empire. The prophets Hosea and Amos had warned that the sins and inequality of Israel would lead to its downfall. But was that the real reason? We also look at what happened to the Israelites after they were expelled and what happened to those who were left behind. The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2025-01-2329 minChaiFMChaiFM2025.01.21 – Atmosphere in the US- What are the immediate the expectations from Trump’s Administration – Shaiel Ben Ephraim, freelance writer and editor living in Hollywood and Liberal Zionist2025-01-2106 minChaiFMChaiFM2025.01.21 – Atmosphere in the US- What are the immediate the expectations from Trump’s Administration – Shaiel Ben Ephraim, freelance writer and editor living in Hollywood and Liberal Zionist2025-01-2106 minChai FMChai FM2025.01.21 – Atmosphere in the US- What are the immediate the expectations from Trump’s Administration – Shaiel Ben Ephraim, freelance writer and editor living in Hollywood and Liberal Zionist2025-01-2106 minChaiFMChaiFM2025.01.21 – Atmosphere in the US- What are the immediate the expectations from Trump’s Administration – Shaiel Ben Ephraim, freelance writer and editor living in Hollywood and Liberal Zionist2025-01-2106 minFrank Morano Interviews & MoreFrank Morano Interviews & MoreShaiel Ben-Ephraim | 01-16-25Shaiel Ben-Ephraim, Freelance writer and editor and the host of “Israel Explained” and a genuine Israel expertTopic: Israel-Gaza ceasefire dealSocial Media:https://www.facebook.com/shaiel.benephraim/?profile_tab_item_selected=about&_rdrhttps://x.com/academic_lahttps://www.instagram.com/shaielben/?hl=enhttps://t.co/pXkP68WVLK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-01-1629 minThe Other Side of Midnight with Frank MoranoThe Other Side of Midnight with Frank MoranoDon't Feed the Flock | 01-16-25Frank starts the show joined by nationally-syndicated host Dominic Carter to talk about a Philadelphia Eagles fan heckling a female Green Bay Packers fan and paying the price for it. He is later joined by Mark Whittington, a columnist and author, whose books include Why is it So Hard to Go Back to the Moon. They chat about the past and future of space travel as well as how a Trump presidency may affect NASA and space. Frank talks about a case of love between a human and AI. He then sits down with Shaiel Ben-Ephraim, Freelance writer and editor a...2025-01-163h 31The Other Side of Midnight with Frank MoranoThe Other Side of Midnight with Frank MoranoHour 2: Start-Up Nation | 01-16-25Frank talks about a case of love between a human and AI. He then sits down with Shaiel Ben-Ephraim, Freelance writer and editor and the host of “Israel Explained” and a genuine Israel expert. They break down the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal, Israeli politics and what role the U.S. plays. Frank later gives the UFO Report on Trump promising to release a report on the drones that were hovering around New Jersey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-01-1658 minChaiFMChaiFM2025.01.15 – Update on the LA fires – Shaiel Ben Ephraim, freelance writer and editor living in Hollywood and Liberal Zionist2025-01-1506 minChai FMChai FM2025.01.15 – Update on the LA fires – Shaiel Ben Ephraim, freelance writer and editor living in Hollywood and Liberal Zionist2025-01-1506 minChaiFMChaiFM2025.01.15 – Update on the LA fires – Shaiel Ben Ephraim, freelance writer and editor living in Hollywood and Liberal Zionist2025-01-1506 minChaiFMChaiFM2025.01.15 – Update on the LA fires – Shaiel Ben Ephraim, freelance writer and editor living in Hollywood and Liberal Zionist2025-01-1506 minChaiFMChaiFM2025.01.13 – Update on the LA fires – Shaiel Ben Ephraim, freelance writer and editor living in Hollywood and Liberal Zionist2025-01-1308 minChaiFMChaiFM2025.01.13 – Update on the LA fires – Shaiel Ben Ephraim, freelance writer and editor living in Hollywood and Liberal Zionist2025-01-1308 minChaiFMChaiFM2025.01.13 – Update on the LA fires – Shaiel Ben Ephraim, freelance writer and editor living in Hollywood and Liberal Zionist2025-01-1308 minChai FMChai FM2025.01.13 – Update on the LA fires – Shaiel Ben Ephraim, freelance writer and editor living in Hollywood and Liberal Zionist2025-01-1308 minChaiFMChaiFM2025.01.10 – Are the LA fire as a result of climate change and will we see an increase in this – Shaiel Ben Ephraim, freelance writer and editor living in Hollywood and Liberal Zionist2025-01-1008 minChaiFMChaiFM2025.01.10 – Are the LA fire as a result of climate change and will we see an increase in this – Shaiel Ben Ephraim, freelance writer and editor living in Hollywood and Liberal Zionist2025-01-1008 minChaiFMChaiFM2025.01.10 – Are the LA fire as a result of climate change and will we see an increase in this – Shaiel Ben Ephraim, freelance writer and editor living in Hollywood and Liberal Zionist2025-01-1008 minChai FMChai FM2025.01.10 – Are the LA fire as a result of climate change and will we see an increase in this – Shaiel Ben Ephraim, freelance writer and editor living in Hollywood and Liberal Zionist2025-01-1008 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.48 - The Assyrian Threat to IsraelSend us a textAssyria assembled the most fearsome military machine ever seen. And it now was ready to turn its might on Israel, after defeating Damascus. It appears that Judah asked it to set sights on the kingdom of Israel, which now faced a threat unlike any it had seen before. The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2024-12-1233 minChai FMChai FM2024.11.13 – His response to wide spreading Antisemitism and violence against Jews – Shaiel Ben Ephraim, freelance writer and editor living in Hollywood and Liberal Zionist2024-11-1308 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.47 - The Kingdom of Israel At Its PeakSend us a textWe look at the evidence outside the bible to see what life in the Kingdom of Israel was like at the peak of its power. Who were its enemies and allies? What kind of culture and religion did it have? How did the poor and regular people live? The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2024-11-1227 minChai FMChai FM2024.11.06 – US elections: Observation on the ground in terms of the candidate leading the elections – Shaiel Ben Ephraim, freelance writer and editor living in Hollywood and Liberal Zionist2024-11-0608 minAngry PlanetAngry PlanetA Calm Conversation About Israeli Settlements and Blame vs ResponsibilityListen to this episode commercial free at https://angryplanetpod.comWARNING: This episode contains nuance in the discussion of subjects usually left to screaming and violence!This week we get into a bunch of stuff around Israel that we normally avoid. Settlements. Blame versus responsibility. The definition of colonialism. The social media posts of IDF soldiers. It’s a calm, nuanced conversation with Shaiel Ben-Ephraim. No, really.Netanyahu as an obstacle to peaceWhy no one talks about what comes nextIsrael loses MatthewAmerica and Israel’s “special relationship”When Bush (senior...2024-11-051h 00The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.46 - The Fall of the House of OmriSend us a textThe last ruler in the name of the house of the Omrides was Queen Athaliah. She was utterly demonized in the Book of Kings. But a lot of that appears to be an attempt to cover up for Jehu, a psychopath who killed all the heirs to Omri and King David as part of a military coup. We have the real story of an event that broke the alliance between Israel and Judah and spurred on the destruction of both Israelite kingdoms. The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk i...2024-10-2133 minChai FMChai FM2024.10.11 – Israel-Hezbollah conflict: Did the Israeli and US call increase the conflict Israeli and Hezbollah – Shaiel Ben Ephraim, freelance writer and editor living in Hollywood and Liberal Zionist2024-10-1108 minToronto Today with Greg BradyToronto Today with Greg BradyOCTOBER 2: Conservative Party of Canada, Pierre Poilievre, Israeli military saying about 180 missiles had been fired at Israel & A Toronto resident who wants changes to drug injection sites.Greg Brady focuses in on the leader of the Conservative Party of Canada, Pierre Poilievre and how long he can push non-confidence votes, drug injection sites in Toronto and his stance on the recent missile attack on Israel.Next, Shaiel Ben-Ephraim, Host of "Israel Explained" on YouTube. He's here after a major escalation in the middle east, with the Israeli military saying about 180 missiles had been fired at Israel, most of which were intercepted. Benjamin Netanyahu vows to retaliate.Lastly, Derek Finkle, a man who lives across the street from a drug injection site. He...2024-10-0229 minChai FMChai FM2024.10.02 – US’s response to the Iranian attack on Israel – Shaiel Ben Ephraim, freelance writer and editor living in Hollywood and Liberal Zionist2024-10-0209 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.45 - Was Ahab A Hero Or A Villain?Send us a textThe House of Omri, especially Ahab, are among the most reviled characters in the book of Kings and the Tanach as a whole. The story of what he, and his horrific wife, did to Navot is legendary. But is it true? And does that scandal represent his entire legacy? We investigate. The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2024-09-1035 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.44 - How Israel and Judah SplitSend us a textThe Book of Kings tells us how Israel tragically split after Solomon's death. But what is the reason? The stories of Jeroboam the first king of a separate Israel, and Rehoboam, the first king of Judah are instructive and fascinating. We analyze the narrative in the book and find the motivation behind the scribes who wrote it. We also look at what we can learn about religious worship at this time from the text and archaeology. Was polytheism practiced widely, or was society largely monotheist? The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, a...2024-08-2736 minSulha - Israel, Palestine & Beyond.Sulha - Israel, Palestine & Beyond.Israelis Debate the war between Israel & Hamas | Shaiel Ben-Ephraim & Adar WeinrebSend us a textOn this weeks episode we have a friendly debate between Shaiel Ben-Ephraim & Adar. They discuss the state of the war between Israel & Hamas, what ideas for how to move forward towards a lasting resolution. About Shaiel:Shaiel hosts the History of the Land of Israel podcast and the Israel Explained YouTube channel. He is a former Israeli diplomat and has a Ph.D. in military strategy. His book about US policy towards the Israeli settlements is coming out later this year.The People's CabinetEverything in politics y...2024-07-041h 32The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.43 - The Splendor of Solomon and His TempleSend us a textThe days of Solomon are described as a golden age for a powerful and united Israel. However, some archaeologists doubt that and believe the stories are completely made up. We look at the stories of the Queen of Sheba, the splendor of the temple, and Solomon's marriage to Pharaoh's daughter for clues. The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2024-07-0249 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.42 – The Scandalous Court of King DavidSend us a textThe stories of decadence and intrigue in David's court are legendary: how he lusted and schemed to win Bathsheba, how his son Amnon raped his daughter Tamar. Not to mention the rebellion of the handsome Absalom against his father. But is there any truth to these stories? What were the interests of those who wrote them? The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2024-06-0234 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.41- The Real Story of King SaulSend us a textSaul is a great her in the bible but is vastly eclipsed by David. However, we delve into the text and the historical evidence to find the real Saul. We find that he was a great hero, possibly betrayed by David. We also look into what we can learn about the relations between the tribes of Judah and Benjamin from this story, and what the motives of the scribes were in writing this narrative. The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d e...2024-05-1638 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.40 - How Did Israel Become A MonarchySend us a textThe books of Samuel and Kings tell us how a monarchy developed despite the fact that God had serious reservations about it. That led to the institution being ruled over by legendary figures like David and Solomon. But how did the monarchy actually develop? Are these stories historically based? The evidence shows a lot of historically valuable facts in Kings and Saul, particularly about how the authority of kings developed and the role of religion in public life. The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it g...2024-05-0239 minDirty Moderate with Adam EpsteinDirty Moderate with Adam EpsteinIran vs. IsraelAs the host of the podcast History of the Land of Israel, and his own YouTube show, Israel Explained, Shaiel Ben-Ephraim spends his time thinking about Israel and assessing Israel’s long term goals. Given Iran’s attack on Israel, we invited Shaiel back to Dirty Moderate so he and Adam could discuss the implications of Iran launching drones and missiles, including ballistic ones, directly at Israel for the first time in Israel’s history. What does this mean for the stability of the region( or instability?) Arab nations like Jordan and Saudi Arabia joined Irael in interce...2024-04-1655 minOne Leg Up With Alex GarrettOne Leg Up With Alex GarrettOne Leg Up on Ways Israel Defended Against Iran ft. Shaiel Media 4-13-24BREAKING NEWS reaction on how Israel ‘s ADF and allies like the US and Great Britain managed to defend against Iran’s drones and cruise missile attacks into Israel. I hear from Shaiel Media host Shaiel Ben- Ephraim on the Alex Garrett Podcast. For more on Shaiel tune in here : https://t.co/vM4dZhozNE2024-04-1434 minOne Leg Up With Alex GarrettOne Leg Up With Alex GarrettOne Leg Up on Ways Israel Defended Against Iran ft. Shaiel Media 4-13-24BREAKING NEWS reaction on how Israel ‘s ADF and allies like the US and Great Britain managed to defend against Iran’s drones and cruise missile attacks into Israel. I hear from Shaiel Media host Shaiel Ben- Ephraim on the Alex Garrett Podcast. For more on Shaiel tune in here : https://t.co/vM4dZhozNE2024-04-1434 minPublic Research Podcast with Daniel SchwartzPublic Research Podcast with Daniel SchwartzEp. 17 - Shaiel Ben-Ephraim - Israel's War in Gaza at 6 months - Public ResearchEp. 17 - Shaiel Ben-Ephraim - Israel's War in Gaza at 6 months - Public Research2024-04-081h 33The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.39 - Where Are the Twelve Tribes of Israel Today?Send us a textThroughout the world, there are many groups claiming to be descendants of the twelve tribes of Israel.  They range from the Samaritans, the modern Jews, to the Mormons, Beta Israel, and others. How accurate are these claims? How have they changed over the years? And why do so many make this claim? The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2024-04-0746 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.38 - The Role of Religion in Uniting The Twelve Tribes of IsraelSend us a textThe twelve tribes did not have much in common at first. However, as the Philistines emerged as a common enemy, they learned to cooperate and developed common political and religious institutions. We examine how the god of Israel became more important, how the gods Israelites worshipped at home or in tribal altars became less central, and why. The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2024-03-1831 minפוליסה בארץ הפלאותפוליסה בארץ הפלאות#77 | הלל דמלין מסוויס רי בלהיות מבטח משנה בין הגדולים בעולםהייתה לי הזכות לארח את הלל דמלין מסוויס רי, בין 2 המבטחות משנה הגדולות בעולם המנהל את הסניף המקומי כאן בארץ (אבל אחראי על עוד מספר מדינות), זו הייתה שיחה מרתקת, כי לא כל הזמן אנחנו שומעים מבטח משנה ואת תובנותיו ושבסופו של דבר משפיע על כולנו, החל באיך מתמחרים את הסיכון, הכיסויים שניתן לתת, הידע שחולקים וכמובן נזקים קטסטרופליים. היה לי מרתק לא פחות, בגלל החשיפה שהילל דיבר על עולם הבריאות, דיברנו על ביטוחים סיעודיים, מחלות ואיך לא גם על הקורונה וכיצד זה משפיע על מבטח משנה. מצורפות כאן ההמלצות של הלל, תהנו! פודקאסטים: Good fellows - Hoover institution Huberman Lab The History of the land of Israel -Shaiel Ben Ephraim ספרים: Leadership: six studies in world history (Kissinger) Legal Systems very different from ours: Friedman Moreh Nevuchim The geek way 2024-03-031h 00The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.37 - The Twelve Tribes Of IsraelSend us a textThe twelve tribes of Israel come from the 12 sons of Joseph, at least according to Genesis. But the number of tribes and their names change over time and in different parts of the bible. Were there really twelve tribes? When did they cooperated and when did they fight? What does archaeology tell us about their existence? And why did the authors of the Tanakh stress their importance so much? We have the full story. The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d e...2024-02-2640 minDirty Moderate with Adam EpsteinDirty Moderate with Adam EpsteinIsrael explained with Shaiel Ben-EphraimAs the host of the podcast History of the Land of Israel, and his own YouTube show, Israel Explained, Shaiel Ben-Ephraim spends his time thinking about Israel, assessing Israel’s long term goals and strategies and nuancing a discussion about Israel and the Palestinians which blessedly sheds more light than heat.A self described “Liberal Zionist,” Shaiel sits down with Adam to discuss his time as a young man working in intelligence for the IDF, the current state of Israel’s war with Hamas, the necessity of a demilitarized and self governing Palestinian state, and the fraught legacy o...2024-02-151h 01Public Research Podcast with Daniel SchwartzPublic Research Podcast with Daniel SchwartzPublic Research - Ep. 14 - Shaiel Ben-Ephraim - Hamas vs IDF, Iran, Anti-Zionism and Israeli PoliticsPublic Research - Ep. 14 - Shaiel Ben-Ephraim - Hamas vs IDF, Iran, Anti-Zionism and Israeli Politics2024-02-142h 03The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.36 - Were The Israelites Really Ruled By Judges?Send us a textThe books of Judges and Samuel in the Tanakh present an anti-monarchical ideology. But the stories of early Israelite leaders like Gideon, Jepetah, and Abimelech have elements of kingship. How historically factual are these stories, and what can we learn about early Israelite society and politics from them? The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2024-01-2852 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.35 - The Invasion of The "Sea People" And The Birth Of The PhilistinesSend us a textAn invasion of mysterious raiders changed the region forever. It destroyed the Hittite empire and nearly brought Egypt to its knees. When the dust settled, a new people, the Philistines, controlled the coast of Canaan.  Where did they come from? How did they change world history and how are they linked to the Trojan War?The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2023-12-3144 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.34- Slavery And RacismSend us a textThe final days of the Egyptian empire in Canaan saw an increase in inter-cultural influence. A lot of that involved exploitation and slavery. But what was slavery like in those days, and how did the races feel about each other? The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2023-12-2042 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.33 - Where Did The Israelites Come From?Send us a textThe Merneptah Stele has the first recorded mention of Israel, in 1207 BCE. But the God of the Israelites was already mentioned earlier. What does that mean? Who were the Israelites and where did they come from? We look at the biblical narrative, Egyptian texts, and archaeological evidence. The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2023-12-0548 minSpecks of LightSpecks of LightTalking about Israel with Shaiel Ben EphraimI had the privilege to speak with Shaiel Ben Ephraim, who is a prolific writer and podcaster, about the situation in Israel, the war with Hamas, our feelings as Jewish people who live in Israel and outside of it, and what's it like being a Jew in this new global atmosphere. We've also have a live discussion with members from the audience on various topics related to this. Enjoy!2023-10-311h 28The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.32 – The Rise Of Jerusalem and ShechemSend us a textThe highlands of the Judean hills were a lawless land, which even the Egyptians preferred to avoid. Instead, the kings of Shechem and Jerusalem battled for domination, using the local nomadic tribes as political tools. It was in this chaos that the Israelites first emerged. The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2023-10-2737 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.31 – The Kingdom of The NomadsSend us a textThe Land of Israel had long been in contention between Egypt and its great power rivals. But now, a group of nomadic tribes outmaneuvered all the powers to create their own kingdom. How did that happen, and what does a nomadic kingdom look like?The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2023-09-1742 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.30 – A War, A Wedding, and a FuneralSend us a textThe saga of Thutmose III's endless quest to defeat Mitanni and its pesky allies ends in this episode. But who gets the upper hand? We also have a dramatic wedding and tragic death. And an impressive array of war crimes. So much drama! The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2023-08-0536 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.29 - Thutmose Meets His MatchSend us a textThutmose III had pacified the city-states of Lebanon and Canaan. But in the process, Egypt threatened the lands of Mitanni, the local power. To secure his power in Lebanon and Syria, Thutmose III would have to cross the Euphrates. The final frontier. Would he succeed? The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2023-07-1740 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.28 - The Egyptian Napoleon Enters LebanonSend us a textThutmose III took his final steps to subdue and humiliate the kings of Canaan. But now, he was ready to move on to the next conquest. Lebanon. But with long supply lines, mountainous terrain, and treacherous enemies, it would prove a far harder nut to crack. In order to triumph there, Thutmose would have to reinvent warfare. The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2023-07-0140 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.27 - Between Egyptian And Hittite DominationSend us a textEgypt had no sooner established its dominance in Canaan than it faced its first challenge in the form of a new and threatening empire in the north. Who would end up as the dominant force? And what happened to Canaanite culture as it faced imperial subjugation? The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2023-06-0234 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.26 - The Empire Strikes BackSend us a textEgypt had recovered from years of weakness and was poised to take revenge on Canaan for years of Hyksos conquest. But a plucky Canaanite king organized a spirited defense of the land. Who would triumph?The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2023-05-1836 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.25 - The Roots Of Antisemitism And The Egyptian ExodusSend us a textWe are used to hearing the Jewish version of the Egyptian Exodus story. But there is also an ancient Egyptian one, where the Jews are the villains. That story played a significant role in the development of antisemitism. The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2023-04-2839 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.24 - Who Wrote The Exodus Story And Why?Send us a textAccording to Jewish tradition, the Book of Exodus was written by Moses. But scholars believe it was put together by three different authors. Who is right? Why was the story written and how has its interpretation among Jews changed over the years?The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2023-04-1435 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.23 - Did The Israelite Exodus From Egypt Really Happen?Send us a textThe Exodus from Egypt is one of the most influential in human history. But many archaeologists doubt its veracity. Did it really happen and how did the story become so important? The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2023-03-2738 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.22 - How The Canaanites Lost EgyptSend us a textIt looked like Egypt was on its last legs, occupied by Nubians in the south and Canaanites in the north. But they reunited the country and made Egypt great again. How did they do it, and what happened to the Hyksos after their kingdom fell?The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2023-02-2434 minThe Furrowed Brow with Jeffrey KiblerThe Furrowed Brow with Jeffrey KiblerShaiel Ben-Ephraim host of The History of the Land of IsraelShaiel Ben-Ephraim is host of The History of the Land of Israel and Israel Explained podcasts. We have conversations about his podcasts, Israel, Israelis and the dive into the benefits and drawbacks of child sacrifice. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/israel-explained/id1668545205 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-history-of-the-land-of-israel-podcast/id1630517855 https://twitter.com/TheHistoryOfTh5 Support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/Thefurrowedbrow_jeffreykibler Other Places to Listen https://media.rss.com/proofofwork/feed.xml https://open.spotify.com/show/3jExZ8LKGXNZWyjZUEtf9j https://podcasts...2023-02-132h 11The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.21 - How The Canaanites Came To Rule EgyptSend us a textEgyptologists tend to look at the Canaanite rule of Egypt through the Hyksos as a chaotic interlude. But in reality, they had great kings and amazing accomplishments. We also look at Egyptian lore and examine how foreign rule scarred the Egyptian psyche. The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2023-02-0936 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.20 - The Ten Plagues of EgyptSend us a textIs there a historical basis for the story of the ten plagues recounted in the Book of Exodus? There are some scientific explanations for these events. And we also have some idea of who may have witnessed them and passed the stories on for posterity. The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2023-01-2639 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.19 - Did The Canaanites Sacrifice Their Children?Send us a textThe Tanakh, in several places, mentions a practice of running children through the fire for the god Molech. What does that mean? Did the Canaanites sacrifice their children to a bloodthirsty god? And if so, was that tradition ever practiced by the Israelites?The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2023-01-1349 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.18 - The Golden Calf: The Roots of the Israelite Religion Pt. 2Send us a textCanaanite mythology sheds light on the roots and motives behind much of Israelite theology and law.  In this episode we look at the story of the golden calf, as told in Exodus, and see how it relates to Canaanite culture as we continue to delve into the roots of Judaism. The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2022-12-2934 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.17 - Sons of Anat: The Roots of the Israelite Religion Pt. 1Send us a textThe Ugaritic Texts provide us with the internal world of the Canaanite worshippers of Baal and Asherah. The faith we are often warned against in the Tanakh. But their mythology contains the roots of the Israelite faith, which would eventually become Judaism. In this episode we look at the warrior/seductress Anat, who holds the key to the connection. The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2022-12-1638 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.16 - Hammurabi's CodeSend us a textWe have all heard of Hammurabi's Code. But how important was it really? Was it just? Did anyone actually follow it? And most importantly, is it really the source of biblical law? The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2022-11-3038 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.15 - These Kings, Amorite?Send us a textThe Mari Archives provide us with a glimpse of the Amorite culture. They reveal the close links between that culture and the Israelites. But more than anything else, they allow us into the emotional worlds of real people. Fathers, sons, wives, and daughters, as they navigate the cutthroat world of dynastic politics. The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2022-11-1737 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.14 - A Bunch of Savages, Amorite?Send us a textThe Amorites are remembered in Deuteronomy as a race of giants. The most notable Amorite there is Og of the Bashan. Og also appears in Phoenician and Islamic mythology. Who was he? Where did the Amorites come from and how did they become the most powerful people in the region? The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2022-11-0335 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.13 - The King Of Byblos, At A LossSend us a textByblos was the closest ally of Egypt in the land of Canaan. For generations, they traded and influenced each other. They even shared gods. But their alliance was tested when a group of bandits rebelled against the king. Would Egypt come to the aid of its ally, or would it stand alone?The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2022-10-2149 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.12- Egyptian Lamentations, Canaanite CelebrationsSend us a textThe Egyptian Old Kingdom collapsed, leading to a period of turmoil and instability in the Nile Delta. But in Canaan, the good times rolled. The middle bronze age is known as the "Canaanite golden age," a time of unparalleled freedom and prosperity in the Land of Israel. We recount their incredible achievements. The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2022-10-0738 minThe History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.The History Of The Land Of Israel Podcast.11- Canaan Days, CanaanitesSend us a textAfter the unexplained collapse at the end of the copper age, a new culture emerges from the ashes of the Chalcolithic. The Canaanites would dominate the land in the Bronze Age and bring give it a new name and identity. But almost immediately, they faced incursions from imperialist neighbors. The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you’d expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show2022-09-2238 min