Welcome to the King's Calendar: The Secret of Qumran.
Your Rational Critique is Welcome!
'The Secret of Qumran is Mathematical!
The King's Calendar is a very simple approach to Biblical Chronology. It substitutes a value of 336 days for every year listed in Scripture. As far as the Divided Kingdom is concerned, when you use this 336 day year value, the synchronisms actually work. To see how effective this method is, SEE:Appendix 5: Diagrammatic Reconstruction of Israelite History from 936 to 586 BCE
Because it is a mathematical system, the King's Calendar must abide by certain mathematical rules, the most important of which, is that if you change any date for any day, month, or year every other day, month, or year is effected and must also change. It's like a 'domino effect'. Chronological references cannot be 'forced' to fit, and nor can they simply be ignored or 'compressed' as is the usual case with historians and archaeologists.
If any King's Calendar chronological determination disagrees with anything in the history books, it must argue the case as to why the history books are wrong, or why the evidence for an assertion is untrustworthy. If the King's Calendar successfully defends its' position, then the history books cannot be treated as definitive, and if the King's Calendar is 'proven' wrong, then every other chronological reference it provides is also wrong.
Because of this, the King's Calendar Chronological Reconstruction of Israel's history is unique, in that its' methodology can be scientifically (mathematically) tested and demonstrated to be either true or false. Its' chronological predictions are able to be 'proved' or 'disproved'.
Academic Scrutiny is Welcome
I welcome all Scientific investigation of the King's Calendar research.
I would encourage anyone and everyone who visits this site to pull this work apart and if possible, to prove it to be fanciful and completely bogus.
I would only ask that you please use genuine academic skills as you proceed.
Don't be a modern academic ass by firstly trying to argue that I have inaccurately placed some chronological event.
Academically, very little Ancient Near Eastern history is currently indisputable, so the modern method of slinging mud and trashing authors, is a completely unscientific and useless process.
Approach the King's Calendar computer generated Mathematical synchronous chronological history scientifically.
Firstly prove that the formulae is wrong, and that it statistically cannot be successful.
(b)Appendix 5 The Chronological Chart for the Divided Kingdom. Check out the mathematics of this historical reconstruction. Check out the Biblical synchronisms Appendix 13 Chapter Precis page.
(c) Study Chapters Two and Three and see the underlying apologetics for the King's Calendar Chronological reconstruction.
True Academics pursue the truth, and true science cares only to understand the mechanics of the universe.
The King's Calendar is a (mechanical) mathematical illumination.
Once you have applied scientific methodology to the King's Calendar, I'm sure you will have lots of questions about the historical results which are not free online. Don't hesitate to ask.
When it gets to the stage of Academics really needing to get their hands on work not published online, I am able to provide 'password' access to a limited number of other files.
To quote and paraphrase Davies. P. (1992) The Mind of G-d. New York. Simon and Schuster. Page 25.
The more powerful a theory, the more susceptible it is to Falsification. Falsification is an integral part of all investigative scientific research.
The emphasis is thus on falsification, not verification. A powerful theory is one that is highly vulnerable to falsification, and so can be tested in many detailed and specific ways.
PROVE THAT THE MATHEMATICS IS WRONG.
Then argue the archaeology and history.
Some Academics think
that the Kingscalendar hypothesis is absurd.
Just how absurd the King's Calendar really is or is not, can be seen in the Rules of Evidence series of articles which use legal precedent to demonstrate how academics "pull the wool" over the eyes of the unsuspecting public.
You will find nothing in this article by way of chronology or narrative, that contradicts the Egyptian, Assyrian or Babylonian Records of events that transpired during the period from 609 BCE to 562 BCE, the period covered in this article.
This article does not in any way dispute the Archaeological Evidence of any of the events listed herein.
The Preface of that Article says:
The Stated aim of this article is to challenge many false academic assumptions which have been accepted by the general community as academic fact. In short, this article strives to demonstrate where the Academics got it wrong!
We sometimes tend to think that our knowledge of history is based on irrefutable evidence, but as pointed out by Sir Alan Gardiner (1961) [James Et.Al 1991 p.222] in reference to Egyptian History, our knowledge is based in a collection of rags and tatters. That there are probably many errors and circular arguments in relation to ancient history is attested to by many, including Colin Renfrew, Professor of Archaeology, Cambridge University (James Et. Al. 1991 : foreword pages.xiii-xv)
As pointed out by Peet. T.E. (1924. p 75): "Archaeology is not an exact science, and deals more often in probabilities and possibilities than in irrefutable demonstrations.'
Whilst it is understandable therefore that some conclusions might be occasionally incorrect, it remains a fact however that it is sometimes difficult for scholars to admit to errors. (Aharoni 1978, p.183). A good example of this is provided by James et.al. (1991, p.250) in 'Centuries of Darkness', which cites Mazar (1986, pp231/47) in relation to Mazar's preference for accepted dating despite his own evidence to the contrary.
Sir Charles Marston (1935, p.156) made similar comments in relation to prejudiced refutation of evidence in reference to potsherds from Jericho that indicated a 15th century Exodus. His point was that rather than change the then current academic opinion, the system of pottery dating indicating a 15th century Exodus was considered questionable. In short, the evidence itself was disbelieved in preference for current academic opinion.
Unfortunately however, there is a bigger problem than merely losing a little face at having to admit that some conclusion or other was incorrect. Miller and Hayes (1986, p.74 'Taking the Account as It Stands') whilst offering an honest and even-handed approach to their examination of various historical matters, offer us insights into some of the less than scientific approaches that are taken by some academics that lead one to speculate that for some, admitting that the scriptural record of history might be right, may be sufficient incentive to ensure that that Scriptural Record be summarily rejected.
James et.al. (1991, p.162) are quite straightforward in their criticisms of Academic "poor methodology, hypercritical treatment of Scripture, blindness, prejudice and a sectarian like rejection of the Biblical Record".
Such observations lead us to consider that some historians and archaeologists would rather provide us a factually incorrect history, than one which might cause us to give credence to anything recorded in the Bible.
What is hypocritical however is when many of these same Academics, quote the very Scriptures which they consider to be fictional, to support their many and various hypotheses.
In this article, through the use of a computer generated mathematical artificial calendar, (What is the King's Calendar?) I am going to demonstrate, that without any contradiction to any Ancient Historical Record, that the chronological data recorded in the Bible, for the period from 609 BCE to 586 BCE, is correct, and that some of the chronological conclusions reached by historians, are incorrect.
I welcome enquiries and Scientific Criticism.
Unfortunately, to date, other than those wonderful people who write telling me that they think what I have done is marvellous; the only ones who write are those who use emotive language no scientific substance. Just bags of Wind!
If you have a Question, write to me - rpbendedek@kingscalendar.com
If you have not already done so, have a quick read of the FAQ
I am enjoying Kings Calendar. I have a B.A. in Biblical Studies, and M.Div, with an additional 2.5 years doctoral studies in Church History and Theology. I am no longer a minister or teacher, nor do I have any vested interest in the matter any longer but I do sustain a keen historical interest. I had never come across mention of your theory of Artificial Years before and find it very interesting.
My own extensive calculations from the texts have thus far placed the birth of Moses during the period of Thutmosis the III and Hatsheput, and the "Exodus" in the 18th Century during Amenhotep III, later known as Akenaten. I am not a mathematician, but these matters have been of great interest to me. So your ideas are thought provoking.
I have recently purchased "Kings Calendar". In reading the section Abraham to Moses, in regard to the year of Abraham's birth, and I note the three options tracing backward. I wondered if you think there is no validity to the Rabbinic calculations which move forward from a hypothetical "creation" date of "0" and following the years of individuals from Adam to Abraham.
The calculations of "Kings Calendar" sets his birth 33 years earlier as I recall 1846.
No. 2
I would love to correspond with you in regard to my own calculations
I enjoy your articles very much. I agree with most of your findings, especially your "court evidence" efforts.
I have worked on finding Moses in Egyptian history for over 40 years. I have "discovered" him in Egyptian literature. My website is www.arismhobeth.com
Basically, I have tried to match events in the Moses saga one-for-one with events in the Twelfth Dynasty Egyptian literature.
I would appreciate any "evidence" standards you may offer on my efforts.
I would like to suggest that the items would "hold up in a court of law."
In any case, keep up the good work. Any attention to my efforts would be deeply appreciated.
No. 3
I've just finished reading all your "freely available" files from The King's Calendar word for word. I actually started with Chapter's 2 and 3 because you indicated they were 'difficult'. I also read your biography and was even able to read parts of your article Law, Evidence and Archaeology: Errors in Biblical Chronology.
I think your King's Calendar is an amazing achievement. I've read the works of Josephus and Tacitus as well as many recent books on the period you cover, and think yours should be required reading for everyone in academia.
I'm 48, and an actor by profession in the U.S. and luckily make a great living at it. But it also gives me freedom to pursue my other three passions: quantum physics, psychopharmacology, and ancient history (Israel/divided Kingdom period, and Egypt/Amarna period).
I plan to purchase the full copy of The King's Calendar, but have 2 questions...
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Definition: King's Calendar Chronological Research
The Premise: Between the 5th and 3rd centuries BCE (but continuing down to at least 104 BCE), Sectarian redactors transcribed the legitimate 'solar year' chronological records of Israel and Judah, into an artificial form, with listed years as each comprised of 12 months of 4 weeks of 7 days, or 336 days per year, thus creating a 13th artificial year where 12 solar years existed.
When the Synchronous Chronological Data provided in the Books of Kings and Chronicles for the Divided Kingdom Period are measured in years of 336 days, the synchronisms actually align. [Refer to Appendix Five to see how it synchronises the Divided Kingdom Period]
General formula for Biblical Data conversion:
The formula for constructing the artificial calendar was:
'X' times 364 equals 'Y' days
'Y' days divided by 336 equals 'Z' artificial years.
Values are:
'X' = any given number of 'real/solar' years
364 = perceived days in the sectarian calendar
'Y' = number of days calculated
336 = number of days in an artificial year
'Z' = artificial years = 1.083'X' and represents the original number of the converted years plus 8%.
To reverse the process by hand:
'Z' years times 336 equals 'Y' divided by 364 equals the Number of 'X' years converted.
To see how effective this method is, SEE:Appendix 5:Diagrammatic Reconstruction of Israelite History from 936 to 586 BCE:
The Principle of Linear Causality
The King's Calendar is a very simple approach to Biblical Chronology. It substitutes a value of 336 days for every year listed in Scripture. As far as the Divided Kingdom is concerned, when you use this 336 day year value, the synchronisms actually work. To see how effective this method is, SEE:Appendix 5: Diagrammatic Reconstruction of Israelite History from 936 to 586 BCE
Because it is a mathematical system, the King's Calendar must abide by certain mathematical rules, the most important of which, is that if you change any date for any day, month, or year every other day, month, or year is effected and must also change. It's like a 'domino effect'. Chronological references cannot be 'forced' to fit, and nor can they simply be ignored or 'compressed' as is the usual case with historians and archaeologists.
If any King's Calendar chronological determination disagrees with anything in the history books, it must argue the case as to why the history books are wrong, or why the evidence for an assertion is untrustworthy. If the King's Calendar successfully defends its' position, then the history books cannot be treated as definitive, and if the King's Calendar is 'proven' wrong, then every other chronological reference it provides is also wrong.
Because of this, the King's Calendar Chronological Reconstruction of Israel's history is unique, in that its' methodology can be scientifically (mathematically) tested and demonstrated to be either true or false. Its' chronological predictions are able to be 'proved' or 'disproved'.
R.P.BenDedek is from Brisbane Australia and is the author of 'The King's Calendar: The Secret of Qumran' at http://www.kingscalendar.com His academic articles set forth Apologetics for and results of his discovery of an "artificial chronological scheme" running through the Bible, Josephus, the Damascus Documents of the Dead Sea Scrolls, and Seder Olam Rabbah.
He writes photographic 'Stories from China' and social editorial commentaries, both at KingsCalendar, and as a contributing newspaper columnist. He currently teaches Conversational English in China and in addition to his English Lessons at KingsCalendar, he has created specific sites for Students of English.
You in a gown I can buy but you with a halo is too far of a stretch even for me. It is only right to first digest an artical before a critical review can be done, you are right to demand a fair go!
I thought you had died - no more forum articles from you - no nothing! I am active on Yahoo Religion_forum. 'Tis a pity that the forums here have died!
Your questions and statements have lead me to increase the options on this site. Fresh input always does that.
