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Faith Affirming Findings podcast is devoted to sharing discoveries of biblical archaeology - artifacts and sites that relate to the Bible. These discoveries will affirm your faith in the historical reliability of the Bible, and provide unique insights into the culture of the Bible.
Nabonidus Cylinder - Proof that Belshazzar Existed!
Faith Affirming Findings
6 minutes
2 months ago
Nabonidus Cylinder - Proof that Belshazzar Existed!
Dr. Paul Weaver discusses the discovery of clay cylinders that confirm the existence of King Belshazzar, mentioned in **Daniel 5**. This ** archaeological** discovery supports the **biblical story** and challenges the claims of skeptics. These **ancient inscriptions** found in the **ancient city** of Ur, near the Zigurat provide evidence for the **biblical stories** in the book of Daniel.
Takeaways -Belshazzar was once thought to be a fictional character. -The Nabonidus cylinder provides evidence of Belshazzar's existence. -Archaeology can reconcile biblical accounts with historical records. -The absence of evidence does not mean something is false. -Biblical archaeology continues to affirm the reliability of Scripture. -The clay cylinders were discovered in the ancient city of Ur. -Nabonidus was the last king of the Neo Babylonian Empire. -Belshazzar held a significant role during his father's reign. -Daniel interpreted the mysterious writing on the wall as a warning. -The podcast encourages careful study of the Bible.
00:00 - Introduction 01:09 - The Discovery of the Nabonidus Cylinder 02:40 - The Description of the Nabonidus Cylinder 03:45 - The Biblical Story of Belshazzar 04:47 - The Significance of the Nabonidus Cylinder 05:37 - Conclusion
Faith Affirming Findings
Faith Affirming Findings podcast is devoted to sharing discoveries of biblical archaeology - artifacts and sites that relate to the Bible. These discoveries will affirm your faith in the historical reliability of the Bible, and provide unique insights into the culture of the Bible.
