How Do Nonbiblical Sources Supplement the Biblical Account of the History

question 12

Essay

How do nonbiblical sources supplement the biblical account of the history of the northern kingdom of Israel in the eighth century BCE? To what extent do these sources corroborate the biblical account? How do they differ? What do these differences tell us about the perspective of the Deuteronomistic Historians?

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Definitions:

Euphotic Zone

The layer of the ocean where sunlight is sufficient for photosynthesis, supporting a majority of marine life.

Ecological Service

Benefits to humans provided by natural ecosystems, including pollination, water purification, climate regulation, and nutrient cycling.

Freshwater Systems

Natural bodies of water that have low salt concentrations, such as rivers, lakes, streams, and underground aquifers, crucial for drinking water, agriculture, and habitats.

Nutrient Cycling

The movement and exchange of organic and inorganic matter back into the production of living matter, recycling elements and nutrients through the biosphere.