Hittites Quote by A. H. SAYCE
““There are no traces of the Hittites at Shechem or on the eastern side of the Jordan””
About This Quote
Source Book: The History of the Jews in the Land of Israel by A. H. Sayce, 1902
The Hittite civilization left no archaeological evidence in specificchem or eastern Jordan, suggesting they were absent or unrecorded there.
In simple terms: No Hittite remains found in those areas.
Key Takeaway
Recognize gaps in historical records.
Themes
archaeology
history
civilizations
Mood
curious
analytical
Type
historical
academic
When to use this quote
- archaeological surveys
- historical research
- museum curation
Key Concepts
evidence
absence
regional studies
Questions to Reflect On
- What other sources could confirm their presence?
- How does this affect our view of ancient Near Eastern interactions?
A Different Perspective
Absence of evidence is not proof of non‑existence.
