Nov 27, 2025 · The Adam and Eve story states that God formed Adam out of dust, and then Eve was created from one of Adam’s ribs. Was it really his rib?

Aug 12, 2025 · Explore the origins and evolution of Lilith, from ancient demoness to Adam’s first wife, and her influence on myth, folklore, and popular culture.

Matthew Adams Matthew Adams is Dorot Director of the W.F. Albright Institute of Archaeological Research in Jerusalem. He earned his Ph.D. in History from the Pennsylvania State University in …

Apr 30, 2018 · In 2016, team members of the Megiddo Expedition, led by co-directors Israel Finkelstein, Matthew Adams, and Mario Martin, uncovered a tomb, labeled “Tomb 50,” adjacent to a monumental …

Matthew J. Adams explains the challenges of taking over the directorship of the Albright—including an unexpected complication that happened during his first month as director.

Apr 9, 2026 · What happened to Cain in the Bible? Genesis covers Cain’s birth, murder of Abel, exile, children. But the Bible is mute about his death.

2 days ago · Explore the overlooked figure of Seth through Elie Wiesel’s insightful essay, uncovering his role in Genesis, his symbolic legacy after Cain and Abel, and how his story shapes themes of …

Nov 19, 2021 · BAR contributing editor Nathan Steinmeyer met with Adams to discuss his journey from volunteer to dig director in Twenty Years at Megiddo .

Aug 4, 2021 · Israel Finkelstein (left) and Matthew Adams (right) at the Tel Megiddo excavation. Photo courtesy Matthew Adams. “This is a class, so you better come prepared,” said Matthew Adams, …

Oct 27, 2014 · Matthew J. Adams explains the challenges of taking over the directorship of the Albright—including an unexpected complication that happened during his first month as director.