101 Myths of the Bible

In his startling book, Gary Greenberg exposes the reality behind the greatest story ever told. Learn about the Egyptian myths and ancient folklore that survive in one of history's most sacred texts, and discover how:King David's bodyguard, not David, killed GoliathNoah's Ark did not land on Mount AraratSamson did not pull down a Philistine templeThere are at least two versions of the Ten CommandmentsThe walls of Jericho were destroyed 300 years before Joshua arrived thereSodom and Gomorrah were mythical cities that never existedThe story of Esther had nothing to do with the Jews of PersiaAnd much, much more101 Myths of the Bible provides a new dimension of biblical studies for believers, historians and anyone who has ever wondered about the facts behind the legends. By looking deeper into history, Greenberg shows that the true story makes the Bible more interesting than ever imagined!

In his startling book, Gary Greenberg exposes the reality behind the greatest story ever told. Learn about the Egyptian myths and ancient folklore that survive in one of history's most sacred texts, and discover how:King David's bodyguard, not David, killed GoliathNoah's Ark did not land on Mount AraratSamson did not pull down a Philistine templeThere are at least two versions of the Ten CommandmentsThe walls of Jericho were destroyed 300 years before Joshua arrived thereSodom and Gomorrah were mythical cities that never existedThe story of Esther had nothing to do with the Jews of PersiaAnd much, much more101 Myths of the Bible provides a new dimension of biblical studies for believers, historians and anyone who has ever wondered about the facts behind the legends. By looking deeper into history, Greenberg shows that the true story makes the Bible more interesting than ever imagined!