Gary D. Myers is an archaeologist, writer, and PhD student. He has 12 years of field archaeology experience digging in Israel at Tel Gezer and Tel Hadid. With a focus on biblical interpretation and biblical backgrounds, Gary is writing his dissertation on the imagery used in King Hezekiah’s royal seal.
Gary speaks to groups of all ages about biblical archaeology and the culture of the biblical world. Previous topics include “Biblical Archaeology: A Brief Introduction,” “Archaeology and the Potential of Biblical Convergences,” “Biblical Archaeology: Possibilities and Limitations,” and “Biblical Archaeology and the Empty Tomb.” For children’s groups, Gary leds participants through a hands-on archaeology activity.
Pictures from my travels
& archaeology projects
Important Archaeological Discoveries
Hezekiah’s Bulla
Found in 2009, this tiny clay seal impression (bulla) confirmed an important King of Judah. The iconography on this bulla is the subject of my dissertation.
House of David Stone
Secular scholar questioned the existence of King David until archaeologists discovered a stone bearing the words “House of David” at Tel Dan in 1993.
Pilate Inscription
Discovered at Caesarea Maritima, the inscription confirmed the name and title of Pontius Pilate, the Roman governor mention in the account of Jesus’ trial and execution.
Passions &
Interests
Interested in Archaeology
& the Bible?
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