Exemplary in its Category
On the Reliability of the Old Testament by
Evangelical application of archaeology and especially ancient Near Eastern texts to the Bible.
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Beyond the Texts by
A remarkable and current synthesis of relevant archaeological data and its application of ancient Israel’s history.
Life in Biblical Israel by
With color photos and drawings, this is the best discussion of the realia of life in biblical times.
The Oxford Encyclopedia of Archaeology in the near East (5 volumes) by 
The New Encyclopedia of Archaeological Excavations in the Holy Land (4 volumes) by
Essential reference guide for sites.
New Encyclopedia of Archaeological Excavations in the Holy Land, vol. 5 by 
Illustrated Bible Backgrounds Commentary (5 volumes) by
Enlisting dozens of Evangelical scholars, this work provides the most comprehensive and up-to-date discussion of the relationship between the Bible and all relevant primary sources contemporary with its origins.
Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity by
A thorough and remarkable collection of archaeological and especially textual data on a wide variety of cultural topics and the evidence for them in the Old and New Testament, in the Ancient Near Eastern and Greco-Roman worlds, and in the early Jewish and Christian worlds.
Near Eastern Archaeology
Archaeological discoveries continually enrich our understanding of the people, culture, history, and literature of the Middle East. The heritage of its peoples – from urban civilization to the Bible – both inspires and fascinates. Near Eastern Archaeology brings to life the ancient world from Mesopotamia to the Mediterranean with vibrant images and authoritative analyses.
Biblical Archaeology Review
The Biblical Archaeology Society (BAS) was founded in 1974 as a nonprofit, nondenominational, educational organization dedicated to the dissemination of information about archaeology in the Bible lands. BAS educates the public about archaeology and the Bible through its quarterly magazine, Biblical Archaeology Review, an award-winning website, tours and seminars, and books and DVDs. Our readers rely on us to present the latest that scholarship has to offer in a fair and accessible manner. BAS serves as an important authority and as an invaluable source of reliable information.