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Strategies, Practices, and Sociopolitical Impacts By Andrea McGurran Published: October 21, 2025 Warfare in the Ancient Levant (Andrea McGurran/2025) The ancient Levant, encompassing modern-day Israe l , Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, and parts of Turkey, was a region of immense historical significance—a crossroads of civilizations, trade routes, and cultures. Warfare in this region was shaped by its geography, political landscape, and the cultural interplay among its inhabitants. F

King David playing a lyre in ancient ruins (Andrea McGurran/2025) By Andrea McGurran Published: October 21, 2025 EDMONTON — King David's journey from shepherd to monarch, his unification of Israel, and the establishment of Jerusalem as its capital remain central to biblical and historical study. His legacy, rooted in myth, religion, and archaeology, continues to intrigue scholars, with recent Israeli archaeological discoveries offering new insights into his era. From Jerusale