Lachish Letters Reflect Judah’s Final Days
These Hebrew ostraca from the early sixth century BCE were discovered at Lachish. Written shortly before Nebuchadnezzar’s final invasion, these letters between military officials reflect the exact political turmoil described in Jeremiah. One letter mentions “the prophet” in a way that likely refers to Jeremiah himself. Their desperate tone matches the biblical portrayal of Judah’s final days, confirming the text’s historical accuracy.
