The Opening Biblical Verses on the Kings of Judah and Israel: Sources and Editing, in S.W, Crawford et al. (eds.), "Up to the Gates of Ekron": Essays on the Archaeology and History of the Eastern Mediterranean in Honor of Seymour Gitin, Jerusalem 2007, pp. 370-381. By Nadav Na'aman

https://www.academia.edu/13513091/The_Opening_Biblical_Verses_on_the_Kings_of_Judah_and_Israel_Sources_and_Editing_in_S_W_Crawford_et_al_eds_Up_to_the_Gates_of_Ekron_Essays_on_the_Archaeology_and_History_of_the_Eastern_Mediterranean_in_Honor_of_Seymour_Gitin_Jerusalem_2007_pp_370_381?nav_from=c5dca4f1-53c5-4cb1-9e9e-2524d8ed8ca2 The paper investigates the sources and editorial processes behind the historical narratives in the Book of Kings, focusing on the kings of Judah and Israel. It addresses the interplay between theological intentions and historical accuracy, while discussing the availability and reliability of sources used by the author, as well as the implications of these narratives for understanding the ancient realities of the kingdoms. ...