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Shiloh Dig May Have Uncovered the Biblical Tabernacle
Archaeologists working in Shiloh in the West Bank believe they may have discovered the remains of the biblical Tabernacle, the portable sanctuary said to have housed the Ark of the Covenant. The team, led by Dr. Scott Stripling, unearthed a stone structure whose dimensions, orientation, and layout closely resemble the Tabernacle’s description in the Book of Exodus.
“We’ve found a monumental Iron Age I building that aligns with the biblical dimensions of the Tabernacle,” Dr. Stripling explained. “It’s oriented east-west and divided in a 2:1 ratio, precisely as described in scripture.”
The Tabernacle, according to the Bible, served as the dwelling place of God during the Israelites’ journey through the wilderness and contained the Ark of the Covenant, which held the Ten Commandments.
Further bolstering the theory, the team unearthed over 100,000 animal bones, mostly from sheep, goats, and cattle. A significant portion of these bones came from the animals’ right sides, consistent with Levitical law, which designated the right side for sacred offerings. This suggests the site may have been used for religious rituals.
“This isn’t a coincidence,” Dr. Stripling stated.
“The evidence of sacrificial rituals is overwhelming and aligns remarkably well with the biblical account.” The discovery offers a tantalizing glimpse into a pivotal period in biblical history.
While the Ark of the Covenant itself remains elusive, the potential discovery of its dwelling place is a significant archaeological development.