On this episode we discuss a simple story which illustrates some big lessons. After reading this little story on the podcast, we discuss "Four Reactions to Uncomfortable Realities."

In the field of Bible/science research, surprising results frequently come to light. How can we properly navigate new ideas which push us out of our comfort zones? What should we do (and not do) with those little "dragons" that appear on the end of our beds?

Also on this episode:

• As a Matter of Fact: Location of the Garden of Eden
• Q&A with Dr. A: Hypothesis of a hemispheric flood due to the temporary dislocation of the earth's inner core
• Helen's View: Lessons from the Life of Charles Goodyear: Part III

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Albert Einstein contributed numerous breakthrough contributions to science. His discoveries, which include both special and general relativity, the photoelectric effect, the mass-energy equivalence formula, and a mathematical explanation for Brownian motion, ushered in the era of modern physics.

One of the great unsolved mysteries left behind by Einstein was the origin of earth's magnetic field.

"Albert Einstein worked diligently, but unsuccessfully, to understand the origin of Earth’s magnetic field, which he considered to be one of the five most important unsolved problems in physics."

Although Einstein was a deist, he cast aside the Bible's recorded history early in life. However, the Bible's ancient record holds the data which ultimately leads to the solving of this great mystery of geophysics (and several others).

Also on this episode:

• Quote of Note: Data or opinions?
• Interview: Larry, age 79, just declared cancer-free.
• Helen's View: Lessons from the Life of Charles Goodyear: Part II

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Does the Bible say that Noah's ark landed on Mt. Ararat? In fact, the Bible does not identify Mt. Ararat as the place the ark came to rest. Instead, it identifies "the mountains of Ararat" in Genesis 8:4. The mountains of Ararat in eastern Turkey include many mountain peaks.

The biblical text gives some clues to help determine where the ark came to rest. We discuss these clues, and show how science can be used to help pinpoint one particular mountain as the most likely resting place for Noah, his family, and the animals inside the ark.

Our discussion flows out of an article Dr. Aardsma published in 1997, which narrowed down step by step which mountain is likely to be the place where the ark actually landed, and explained why this question is of importance to biblical chronology (and much of the Bible/science research that has happened since that time).

Also on this episode:

• Quote of Note: Illustration from a 9 year-old
• Aging Research: Report on the Midwest Health & Wellness Expo
• Helen's View: Lessons from the Life of Charles Goodyear: Part I

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"If you wanna have faith have faith, but don't tell me you have 'data.'"

These and other related statements have recently been made by people interacting with our podcast content.

This month we delve into the following questions:

• How is it possible to start with the Bible as "data"?
• Can the scientific method be applied to the Bible?
• What do we mean by the Bible/science method of research and discovery?

Also on this episode:

• Research Update: Climate Change
• Helen's View: "Coronary Christians"

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We introduce this month's topic by discussing a recent video we saw of Dick Van Dyke, who has recently turned 99 years old. This sweet but heart-wrenching video shows clips of Van Dyke as a young entertainer, placed in quick succession beside clips of him as a 99-year-old.

Time is a thief when it comes to aging.

After a quick review of what we can learn from the biblical data on aging, we turn our attention to a full update on the aging research happening here at The Biblical Chronologist. Where do things stand with the current theory of aging, current recommendations, communications efforts, and what does this all mean for our listeners?

Included in the discussion is an explanation of the recent NR recommendation by Dr. Aardsma.

Also on this episode:

• As a Matter of Fact: Genetic Bottleneck?
• Quote of Note: Isaiah 65:20-22
• Helen's View: A Day in the Life

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Imhotep is a notable and intriguing figure from ancient Egyptian history. Trusted as closest advisor (vizier) to the Pharoah Djoser, his roles included architect, poet, high priest, physician, and carpenter. He is history's first physician known by name today, and is credited with the authorship of two ancient medical documents.

Proper chronology places Imhotep at exactly the same time as the biblical Joseph, whom the Bible portrays as having extraordinary leadership skills and acting as closest advisor to Pharoah. Was the biblical Joseph the same person as the Egyptian Imhotep? On this episode we consider, from several angles, the strong correlations between the two historical figures.

Imhotep's name has been mentioned in modern news lately, in connection with—of all things—a possible cure for cancer. This cancer research is fascinating, especially when coupled with the likely connection between Imhotep and the biblical Joseph.

Also on this episode:

• Quote of Note by Helen Keller
• Aging Research Update: New Recommendation
• "As a Matter of Fact...": Vapor Canopy?
• Helen's View: A letter to President-elect Trump

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The biblical account of Ai, in close connection with Jericho, provides a unique opportunity to once again see the Bible come to life in archaeology. The unique features of this story are easily identified in archaeology, but once again, correct chronology is key.

Ai was a walled city at only one period in history, and when it was destroyed, it was never rebuilt. We find this happening at the exact time predicted by modern biblical chronology, 2400 B.C.

Listen in to the story of the people of Ai, which combines archaeology with the biblical account. And what about the "great heap of stones" raised by Joshua and his men? Once again, come and see.

Also on this episode:

• "As a Matter of Fact...": Was "Behemoth" a Dinosaur?
• Aging Research: Reading of the preface of Aging: Cause & Cure, 3rd Edition
• Helen's View: A Time to Gather Stones and a Time to Scatter Them

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Are you ready to see the Bible to come to life in archaeology?

Following on the heels of the compelling evidence we have seen for Israel in the wilderness, we now come to the beginning of the Conquest of Canaan.

This month we discuss Jericho, where the Bible says walls fell down around an inhabited city, which was then burned by Joshua and his men. After this time, the text indicates that it was not rebuilt for some significant period of time. All of this should not be hard to find in archaeology.

Once again, the Bible runs into trouble at the traditional dates. No walls, no burning, not even a city—nothing at all is present in archaeology at Jericho within the traditional timeframe. This leads to some troubling questions. Could the biblical tale actually be just invented "history" or even "propaganda" for the nation of Israel? Currently, the "...strong consensus among scholars is that the Book of Joshua holds little historical value."

This is a real problem for Bible-believers.

Or, we should say, was a real problem. Once you get the biblical chronology straight, and look at the right dates, the Bible indeed comes to life. A unified story is told in detail by both the biblical text and by the archaeologists themselves. And what a story it is!

Yes, there was a city, and yes, the walls fell. Yes, the ancient city was burned with fire at the very time predicted by modern biblical chronology, and after that time the city was not inhabited again for a long, long time. Come and see!

Also on this episode:

• Quote of Note by C.S. Lewis
• "As a Matter of Fact...": Were there dinosaurs on the ark?
• Aging research testimonial by Steve
• Helen's View: Thanksgiving Memories

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