Israel: Old Testament

Road Routes

Philistine Sea Raiders

1. The Philistines were a fiercely aggressive people from the Aegean Sea. Along with other ‘Sea Peoples,’ they attacked the coasts of the east Mediterranean with their swift ships in search of land to conquer and settle.

2. In the 12th century bc they attempted to conquer Egypt but were repulsed.

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Israel Surrounded

Israel's incomplete conquest and the worship of foreign gods caused great problems in the time of the judges. The Israelites came under the rule of one country after another. However, several of the judges defeated the enemy armies and liberated Israel.

1. Othniel defeats King Cushan Rishathaim of Mesopotamia, who had ruled Israel for 8 yea...

The Ark Captured!

1. Philistines go to Aphek to attack Israel. The Israelites suffer a heavy defeat in battle.

2. Israelite messengers bring the ark to Ebenezer (the Israelite camp) believing this will save them.

3. In a second battle, the Israelites are again defeated. The ark is captured.

4. Philistines take the ark to Ashdod an...