Archeology frequently explains and confirms the vents described in the Bible. This article discusses some archeological discoveries that specifically shed light on the period of the Old Testament patriarchs. This data is valuable for a better understanding of ancient history, chronology, law and culture, in such a way that the biblical stories now receive a fuller explanation. The author also cites some erroneous opinions of both conservative and liberal theologians, as well as that of materialist interpreters of the Bible.