Hoffmeier says: “Archaeological data clearly demonstrates that Egypt was frequented by the peoples of the Levant [countries bordering on the eastern Mediterranean], especially as a result of climatic problems that resulted in drought...
Hoffmeier mengatakan, ” Data arkeologis mempertunjukkan dengan jelas bahwa Mesir sering disinggahi orang Levant [negeri - negeri yang berbatasan dengan Mediterania bagian timur], khususnya akibat problem cuaca yang menimbulkan kemarau...