Biography: Egyptologist – Author ‘Israel in Egypt’ Hoffmeier is Professor of Old Testament and Ancient Near Eastern History and Archaeology at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. For decades he has been a leading voice for the authenticity of the biblical account. Since 1994 he has directed the North Sinai Archaeological Project that is investigating Egypt’s frontier during the New Kingdom and how this area may relate to the Exodus. Frequently appearing on TV programs on history and the Bible, Hoffmeier’s books include Ancient Israel in Sinai (2005).