✨The Surprising Reality
When a New Kingdom palace inscription dated to 1440 BC listed 'ruler of foreign land,' it appeared innocuous—but one line describes laborers moving in mass.
🤔The Context Question
But here's what most people don't realize: that inscription fits a wave of Semitic labor documented in Egyptian administrative papyri.
📚What We Know
Hieratic texts from Deir el‑Medina and other sites mention Semitic laborers during the New Kingdom. Some scholars view this as indirect support for the biblical Exodus, though the texts do not reference it directly. But understanding this demographic shift requires aligning timeline and political-boundary overlays.
Explore the Full Context
Jump to 1446 BC and see exactly where those Semitic workers were recorded—and discover why that matters for understanding Exodus context.
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Deir el‑Medina papyri
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📖Biblical References
Scripture references supporting this historical context