In this episode of Faith Affirming Findings, Dr. Paul Weaver explores the archaeological discoveries of three fortified cities built by King Solomon: Megiddo, Hazor, and Geza. He discusses how these cities were strategically located and fortified to protect the kingdom, providing evidence that supports the biblical narrative. The episode emphasizes the historical reliability of the Bible through archaeological findings, showcasing the architectural similarities among the cities and their significance in both history and prophecy.

Takeaways
-Archaeologists have uncovered three fortified cities built by King Solomon.
-Megiddo, Hazor, and Geza were strategically chosen for fortification.
-Each city features a six-chamber gate and casemate walls. 
-The architectural similarities indicate a single builder: King Solomon.
 -The biblical account is supported by archaeological evidence.
-Megiddo is significant in both historical and prophetic contexts. 
-The findings affirm the historicity of scripture.
-Solomon's engineering was strategic for kingdom defense. 
-The podcast aims to strengthen faith in the reliability of scripture.
-Future resources will expand on these archaeological discoveries.

00:00 - Introduction
01:01 - Solomon's Building Program
01:35 - Megiddo - Solomon's Fortified City
02:04 - Hazor - Solomon's Fortified City
02:30 - Gezer - Solomon's Fortified City
03:08 - Three Cities - One Architect, One Builder - Solomon
04:24 - Conclusion