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disgracian · 02-14-2004, 06:05 AM

what do people more learned than i in archaeology and biblical history make of the wyatt archaeological research site?

has it already been discussed? if so, disregard this thread.

my dog earl · 02-14-2004, 06:57 AM

I am certainly not learned in archaeology or bible history. I have some fundy friends who were telling me of various findings and proofs of noah's ark, the parting of the red sea, etc. and I wanted to find out where these claims were coming from. It didnt take long to find Wyatt and even Answers in Genisis tells their followers to stay away from him and his claims.

spin · 02-14-2004, 08:05 AM

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Originally posted by disgracian
what do people more learned than i in archaeology and biblical history make of the wyatt archaeological research site?

In a word, he was a

whacko

Not a very learned response, but appropriate.

spin

DrJim · 02-14-2004, 08:20 AM

In academic terms, Wyatt is hardly the lead duck in the formation, but a world class quack nonetheless.

JRL

Toto · 02-14-2004, 10:56 AM

Even Christians, even BAR, even AiG accuse Ron Wyatt of practicing junk science.

Are Ron Wyatt's Archeological Claims Reliable?

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Amateur archeologist Ron Wyatt is known for making sensational claims regarding alleged discoveries of Biblical site and artifacts. However, professional archeologists - Christians and non-christians alike - dismiss his claims as "junk science." Wyatt, in turn, dismisses criticism of his methods and conclusions as coming from Satan:

Because Satan knows God's Truth carries it's own power, he and his evil angels use unconsecrated minds to bring attacks against the messengers of God's Truth. 'If you can't discredit the message, discredit the messenger'

Opposition Wyatt Archeological Research

Toto · 02-14-2004, 11:05 AM

another Christian upset with Ron Wyatt

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We are convinced that Ron Wyatt's alleged discoveries were at minimum contrived and the result of a fertile imagination. At worst, we have heard reports that Ron planted his finds and then went and "found" them and "fixed" the results over and over. Perhaps the whole truth will never be known, but here is what makes me convinced that Ron was NOT a servant of the Lord Jesus Christ.

As it turns out, Ron Wyatt was raised in the Seventh Day Adventist Church and believed that the beliefs of this church are the purist representation of the Church found in the Bible. He gave much credit to Seventh Day Adventist Prophetess, Ellen G. White, for help in many of his discoveries. He named her book PATRIARCHS AND PROPHETS as being particular helpful in aiding him in finding the Red Sea crossing.

Anyone moved and inspired of Ellen G. White is receiving extra-biblical revelation, for she gave revelation after the canon of the Word of God was closed for about 1900 years (Revelation 22:18). Anyone basing their life, work, daily choices, and beliefs on White is lost and damned to hell. For the record, Ellen G. White said that Sunday keeping was the Mark of the Beast, and anyone who will not trash this woman is the virtual enemy of any Bible believer who worships on Sunday.

Even a creationist has to distance himself from Wyatt

SkinWalker · 02-16-2004, 01:38 AM

As an anthropology/archaeology major, I can tell you that Ron Wyatt is a straight nut-job.

I remember first hearing of his so-called "archaeology" when someone pointed out the finding of a chariot wheel in the Red Sea as proof that the story of Moses' exodus was true.

Ron Wyatt bills himself as an archaeologist, but is actually a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, but he claimed that he discovered a wheel of a chariot in about 200 feet of water in the Red Sea near the Gulf of Aqaba. Wyatt also claimed to have found the Ark of the Covenant on the very site that JC was crucified. Wyatt also claimed to have located the Noah's Ark among other wild claims of "biblical archaeology." I think Wyatt is deceased, but I could be wrong.

The plain truth of the matter is, ancient construction methods of chariot wheels wouldn't have allowed for the survival of the wheel itself under water long enough for coral to encrust it. Moreover, the lack of provenience or proper documentation of the site would render it invalid as a method-providing context. Not to mention that the Egyptian government expressly forbids the removal of such objects, which Wyatt claimed occurred in at least one interview. Also, where are the alleged chariot wheels now? In addition, there is this quote from the Christian Information Ministries. Even this organization that states it "aims to assist believers in DEFINING and DEFENDING their Christian worldview by being a source of relevant information" has a hard time buying into Wyatt's wild claims.

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Ron also knows exactly where the Israelites crossed the Red Sea and has even located chariot parts from Pharaoh's army. He claims he found a chariot wheel one and a half miles out in the Gulf of Aqaba and in two hundred feet of water! Professional skin divers say this would be quite a feat to dive that far down and impossible to photograph without sophisticated lighting equipment.

Ron also claims that he found a stone monument near the site of the crossing erected by Solomon. He claims it is inscribed with the ancient Hebrew script.

Doctor X · 02-16-2004, 01:52 AM

Yes . . . but at least that bone box found on the toilet is genuine. . . .

--J.D.

P.S. Welcome to the Forums, SkinWalker.

disgracian · 02-16-2004, 03:31 AM

much appreciated lads. i suspected this wyatt guy was a bit dodgy, but what do i know about archaeology?

butswana · 02-16-2004, 12:00 PM

Ron Wyatt isn't making too many claims these days. He's DEAD!

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my dog earl Regular Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Canada Posts: 149	I am certainly not learned in archaeology or bible history. I have some fundy friends who were telling me of various findings and proofs of noah's ark, the parting of the red sea, etc. and I wanted to find out where these claims were coming from. It didnt take long to find Wyatt and even Answers in Genisis tells their followers to stay away from him and his claims.

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DrJim Regular Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Lethbridge AB Canada Posts: 445	In academic terms, Wyatt is hardly the lead duck in the formation, but a world class quack nonetheless. JRL

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Doctor X Banned Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: USA Posts: 3,794	Yes . . . but at least that bone box found on the toilet is genuine. . . . --J.D. P.S. Welcome to the Forums, SkinWalker.

02-16-2004, 03:31 AM	#9
disgracian Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: happyland Posts: 583	much appreciated lads. i suspected this wyatt guy was a bit dodgy, but what do i know about archaeology?

02-16-2004, 12:00 PM	#10
butswana Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 1,804	Ron Wyatt isn't making too many claims these days. He's DEAD!

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