I recently watched Dinesh D’Souza’s documentary, The Stones Cry Out, with my husband, Will, after Dinesh personally invited me to watch it and share my thoughts. For those who don’t know, I’m Jewish, and my husband is Christian. We share an appreciation for biblical history, but we approach certain aspects of Scripture from different perspectives. That made watching the documentary together especially interesting and gave us plenty to discuss afterward. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Dinesh takes viewers on a fascinating journey through archaeological discoveries that offer insight into the ancient civilizations, people, and events described in the Bible. Although the documentary explores evidence that may support biblical accounts, it is not a theological documentary. Its appeal extends well beyond religion. Anyone interested in archaeology, ancient history, or the relationship between historical evidence and sacred texts will find much to explore. I particularly appreciated Dinesh’s discussion of whether certain biblical accounts should be understood literally or allegorically, and what archaeology can actually establish. As a Jew, I don’t necessarily interpret every account in the Torah literally. I view Gan Eden allegorically, and I appreciated Dinesh’s willingness to explore what archaeology can establish versus what remains a matter of faith and interpretation. The Exodus illustrates that distinction especially well. Archaeologists and historians continue to debate how the account relates to the history of Egypt and the ancient Levant. Regardless of how one understands its historical development, the Exodus has had an undeniable influence. Enslaved Black Americans found hope in the Israelites’ liberation from Egypt, immortalizing that connection in the spiritual “Go Down, Moses.” The words “Let my people go” became an expression of their own struggle for freedom. The archaeological discoveries also provide important evidence of the Jewish people’s longstanding connection to the Land of Israel. The Tel Dan Stele includes a reference commonly understood as the “House of David,” while the Mari Tablets offer insight into the ancient Near Eastern world surrounding the biblical narratives. That is part of what makes archaeology so compelling. New discoveries can strengthen existing theories, challenge long-held assumptions, or raise entirely new questions. There was one aspect I wanted to address from my Jewish perspective: the portrayal of Caiaphas in relation to Pontius Pilate. I shared my concern privately with Dinesh because this subject requires care, especially given the long history of blaming Jews collectively for Jesus’s death. I genuinely appreciated his response. He explained that his book goes to considerable lengths to refute the accusation that “the Jews killed Jesus,” explicitly rejects Replacement Theology, and discusses the Jewish foundations of early Christianity. Ultimately, what I appreciated most about The Stones Cry Out is that it encourages curiosity. You don’t have to share every theological belief to find value in the discoveries and questions it presents. I hope this review encourages others to explore this history for themselves. Dinesh has created a fascinating documentary that brings archaeology and biblical history to a wider audience, and I would recommend it to anyone interested in the ancient world, regardless of religious background. Thank you, Dinesh, for sharing it with me and for taking the time to discuss my thoughts afterward. You can watch The Stones Cry Out here: prageru.com/videos/the-stone…