Biblical Ziklag: the Case for Khirbet er-Ra‘i

Abstract

ABSTRACT The identification of biblical Ziklag has plagued scholars for over 150 years. Fourteen potential sites have been identified, and there is yet to be a consensus. Based on geographical, archaeological, textual, and chronological considerations, it will be argued that Khirbet er-Ra‘i, the most recent site proposed, is the best candidate for biblical Ziklag.