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How Does the Treaty of Kadesh Help Us Understand Biblical Treaties?

See how the earliest surviving peace treaty mirrors covenant forms found in the Bible.

Timeline Focus: 1259 BCE

✨The Surprising Reality

The Treaty of Kadesh, signed by Ramses II and the Hittites in 1259 BC, contains blessings, curses, and mutual obligations.

🤔The Context Question

But here's what most people don't realize: this document helps illuminate the structure of biblical covenants.

📚What We Know

Like Deuteronomy, it includes witnesses, historical prologues, and stipulations. Comparing treaty forms shows the biblical uniqueness of divine suzerainty.

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Jump to 1259 BC and see exactly how treaties worked—discover how biblical covenants redefined power.

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📖Biblical References

📜Deuteronomy 29

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