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Who Really Owned Ancient Palestine?

Trista June 11, 2025 14 min
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5. Philistines: Sea Peoples of the Coast

5. Philistines: Sea Peoples of the Coast
Intricately painted Philistine pottery sits beside a detailed illustration of Sea Peoples ships approaching the ancient shores of Gaza. | Image source: Image by Wikimedia Commons

The Philistines settled along the southern coast of Palestine around the 12th century BCE, establishing important cities like Gaza and Ashkelon. As part of the mysterious “Sea Peoples,” they introduced a distinct material culture, recognizable in their pottery and architecture. The Philistines are well known for their recurring conflicts with the Israelites, a theme echoed throughout ancient texts. Read about the Philistines in Science.

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