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“There are surely many legitimate approaches to Biblical literature, and I think that it depends very much on one's experience and temperament which way one deals primarily with Biblical material.”

Quote by Frank Moore Cross

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Frank Moore Cross

Frank Moore Cross was a renowned scholar known for his research in ancient Near Eastern languages, history, and archaeology. His work has had a profound impact on understanding ancient Near Eastern civilizations. more

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