Camels at war?
Camels at war? The Midianites were among the first to use camels in warfare (6:5). Their camels were most likely the single-humped dromedary, which could… Read More »Camels at war?
Camels at war? The Midianites were among the first to use camels in warfare (6:5). Their camels were most likely the single-humped dromedary, which could… Read More »Camels at war?
Donkeys played many roles in the ancient Near East. They provided much of the heavy labor in agriculture and provided personal transportation. The number of… Read More »Donkeys
Chariots of iron. Iron chariots were the equivalent of tanks in the ancient Near East. They were greatly feared by enemy foot soldiers. Charioteers could… Read More »Chariots of iron
Cool breezes were rare in the arid climate of ancient Israel. Usually the best place to feel a nice breeze was on the roof of… Read More »Cool breezes
Ashtoreth was the goddess of fertility, love, and war in Canaanite culture. Canaanite legends portray her as Baal’s wife or sister. She is also known… Read More »Ashtoreth
Toes and Thumbs. Victors in ancient battles would often cut off the thumbs and toes of their foes (1:6–7). This would allow their enemies to… Read More »Toes and Thumbs