The research highlights inscriptions and archaeological findings indicating Sheshonq I's authority in the Negev during the 10th century BCE.

The paper finds that ceramics and fortifications align with historical records, particularly demonstrating Sheshonq I's military campaigns in the region.

The study employed stratigraphic analysis and comparative ceramic typology to identify the chronological context of artifacts related to Sheshonq I.

The findings suggest that Sheshonq I's rule catalyzed urbanization in the Negev, as evidenced by a 30% increase in settlement size from 925 to 850 BCE.

This work reveals that Sheshonq I's influence extended trade networks, evidenced by imported pottery styles found in Negev sites dating to his reign.