In this episode of Faith Affirming Findings, Dr. Paul Weaver explores the historical significance of King Ahab of Israel through the lens of the Kirk Monolith, an Assyrian artifact that confirms Ahab's existence and military prowess. The discussion highlights the importance of archaeological discoveries in affirming the reliability of Scripture and the historical context of biblical narratives.

-Ahab was a significant king of Israel.
-The Kurkh Monolith is a crucial archaeological find.
-It confirms Ahab's military contributions in the Battle of Karkar.
-The inscription validates Ahab's existence as a historical figure.
-Ahab's portrayal aligns with biblical narratives.
-The monolith helps establish a biblical timeline.
-The Bible is supported by archaeological evidence.
-The KurkhMonolith is displayed at the British Museum.

00:00 - Introduction
01:00 - The Discovery of the Kurkh Monolith of Shalmaneser III
01:47 - The Description of the Kurkh Monolith of Shalmaneser III
02:40 - The Significance of the Kurkh Monolith of Shalmaneser III
04:13 - The Kurkh Monolith: A Testament to Scripture's Reliability
04:59 - Conclusion