Fortson's Gods & Goddesses of The Bible: Ashtoreth

The study of ancient Near Eastern deities often reveals a complex tapestry of cultural exchange; linguistic evolution; and religious transformation. Among these figures, few possess a history as layered and multifaceted as Ashtoreth. Known primarily to modern readers through the lens of Hebrew scripture, this goddess represents a localized Phoenician and Canaanite manifestation of a much broader S...