Megiddo - The Archaeological History of Armageddon

Many of us have heard the name "Armageddon" from the New Testament's Book of Revelation and of its religious significance, but few of us really know the history of the word and the ancient city behind it. In this program, we'll examine the history Tell Megiddo to unlock some of its secrets and learn more about the people who once lived there.

*Related Videos:*

History of Ancient Egypt: Dynasty XVIII - Egypt's Golden Age and the Start of the New Kingdom

*Sources and Suggested Reading:*

_Canaan and Israel in Antiquity_ - K. L. Knoll
_Archaeology of the Land of the Bible: 10,000-586 BC_ - Amihai Mazar
_The Battles of Armageddon: Megiddo and the Jezreel Valley from the Bronze Age to the Nuclear Age_ - Eric H. Cline
_Archaeology and the Religions of Canaan and Israel_ - Ed. Victor Matthews
_The Forgotten Kingdom: the Archaeology and History of Northern Israel_ - Israel Finkelstein
_Canaanites_ - Jonathan N. Tubb
_A History of Babylon, 2200 BC–AD 75_ - Paul-Alain Beaulieu

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[SaszaDerRoyt]

I visited Megiddo a few years ago, it's one of the most incredible ancient sites I've ever had the privilige of seeing, the stratigraphy is so clear and every part of the mound tells untold myriad stories. One of the sites that really solidified my choice to study archaeology.

[J_Z]

I'm so glad that there's another video with serious historical information on this site and not another conspiracy laden one. Thanks! Also, who else feels lucky that we get a Cy video and a World of Antiquity livestream on the same day? Love it!

[szbszig]

The first battle of Megiddo, in which Thutmose III defeated the rebellious Canaanite rulers in 1457 BC, is considered by most scholars as the first reliably documented battle in world history. We have multiple Egyptian texts explaining various details of the battle including army sizes, formations, movements, body counts, etc. All sources relate back to one man, the Egyptian military scribe Tjaneni, who accompanied Thutmose's army on the campaign, and who wrote a daily journal of the events.

[V]

I live very close to Megiddo, impressive and beutiful archeological site recommended to every tourist 😊

[laniakea]

As i have finished watching this video, I have officially watched every single one of your videos. This was quite a journey. Thank you so much for the amazing content you make. You are by far the best Youtuber making videos about ancient history. I am looking forward to watching you future videos.

[Bulgarian]

So amazing. I had no idea the word Armagedon came from this town´s name. CY, KEEP UP the good work

[MotDoiAnLac]

Thank you channel for sharing interesting and interesting historical information

[OakCityGamers]

Your voice is what puts me to bed. I know so much. And love how you say things. Thanks so much.

[zhcultivator]

Please consider making a video on Tartessos and one on the History of Azerbaijan. Awesome video, please make a video on Pre-Colonial Barangay polities....

[TheRedneckPreppy]

Given our current day events, I doubt you could have been more timely :-)

Great episode Cy, thank you as always!

[kaarlimakela]

Terrific, Cy.
A lot of people are saying that the forecasted holy battle royale has been officially moved to another location due to all the ongoing archeology work.

[zhcultivator]

Please make a video on Pre-Colonial Filipino states. And also a video on the Helmand Culture of Bronze Age southern Afghanistan and Eastern Iran.

[hermescarraro]

Hell yes!
Another video about Canaan!
I missed these so much 😃

I really had no idea that Megiddo and Armageddon are One and the same, pretty cool.

[silentone]

Great deep dive. Keep up that good work 😀

[madderhat]

Another amazing video. Thanks Cy and patrons.

[DarthMalaks_Missing_Lower_Jaw]

Great video. How did the modern conceptualization of Armageddon get associated with this city?

[geraldmeehan]

Thank you for another great video. Keep up the good work!

[ethanpf]

I know this outside of your area of focus but would you ever consider doing videos on Gurung Padang complex in Indonesia or the Sigiriya fortress in Sri Lanka? They are fascinating ancient sites

[zhcultivator]

Please make a video on the Tartessos civilisation and the Tartessians. Also please make a video on the History of Azerbaijan.

[SacredDreamer]

Thanks so my Cy ! (The pottery stirs my mind) ..
(Jezreel is where Ahab and Jezebel lived.)