# The Journal of the Ancient Near Eastern Society of Columbia University

> 0010-2016 | United States | Columbia University, Ancient Near Eastern Society

**Wikidata**: [Q102291115](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q102291115)  
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## Summary
The Journal of the Ancient Near Eastern Society of Columbia University is an English-language academic journal and magazine that originates from the United States, bearing the printed ISSN 0010-2016 and online ISSN 2831-9605. It is published by Columbia University's Ancient Near Eastern Society and cataloged across multiple academic databases including ACNP (ID: 67745) and Mir@bel (ID: 10788), with its content accessible through Google Books and indexed by ATLA.

## Key Facts
- **Printed ISSN**: 0010-2016, designated for printed matter with the qualifier "The Journal of the Ancient Near Eastern Society of Columbia University"
- **Online ISSN**: 2831-9605, designated for online publication with the qualifier "The Journal of the Ancient Near Eastern Society (Online)"
- **ISSN-L**: 0010-2016 (linking ISSN)
- **Full Title**: The Journal of the Ancient Near Eastern Society of Columbia University
- **Instance Of**: Academic journal and magazine (dual classification)
- **Country of Origin**: United States
- **Language**: English
- **ACNP Journal ID**: 67745, as listed in the Italian ACNP catalog at https://acnpsearch.unibo.it/journal/67745
- **Mir@bel Journal ID**: 10788
- **ATLA Reference URL**: https://www.atla.com/SearchCenter/Pages/advanced.aspx?k=ATLA0001255566
- **Wikidata Description**: "0010-2016 | United States | Columbia University, Ancient Near Eastern Society"
- **Wikidata Reference Code**: Q70460099 appears in multiple property references
- **Google Books Access Points**: Four distinct URLs provide access:
  - http://books.google.com/books?id=6lk_AQAAIAAJ
  - http://books.google.com/books?id=Fls_AQAAIAAJ
  - http://books.google.com/books?id=VHE_AQAAIAAJ
  - http://books.google.com/books?id=Wlw_AQAAIAAJ
- **Related Classifications**: Classified as a magazine, which is defined as a publication typically distributed at a regular interval with a sitelink count of 134
- **Geographic Context**: Originates from the United States, a country with inception dates of July 4, 1776 (declaration of independence) and May 12, 1784 (recognized independence via Treaty of Paris), and a sitelink count of 423

## FAQs
**What are the different ISSN numbers for this journal and what do they represent?**
The journal carries ISSN 0010-2016 for its printed version and ISSN 2831-9605 for its online publication. The ISSN-L (linking ISSN) is 0010-2016, which connects both formats under a single identifier.

**Where can researchers locate bibliographic information about this journal?**
The journal is indexed in the ACNP catalog at https://acnpsearch.unibo.it/journal/67745 with journal ID 67745, and in ATLA's database at https://www.atla.com/SearchCenter/Pages/advanced.aspx?k=ATLA0001255566. It also holds a Mir@bel journal ID of 10788.

**What type of publication is this journal classified as?**
It is simultaneously classified as both an academic journal and a magazine, reflecting its scholarly content within a periodical format that is distributed at regular intervals.

**How can readers access archived issues of this journal?**
Four distinct Google Books URLs provide access to archived content: http://books.google.com/books?id=6lk_AQAAIAAJ, http://books.google.com/books?id=Fls_AQAAIAAJ, http://books.google.com/books?id=VHE_AQAAIAAJ, and http://books.google.com/books?id=Wlw_AQAAIAAJ, all in English.

**What institutional affiliation does this journal have?**
The journal is published by the Ancient Near Eastern Society of Columbia University, placing it within one of the United States' major academic institutions.

## Why It Matters
This journal represents a specialized scholarly communication channel bridging academic rigor with periodical accessibility, as evidenced by its dual classification as both academic journal and magazine. Its presence in multiple international cataloging systems—ACNP, Mir@bel, and ATLA—demonstrates its recognition within global academic infrastructure. The existence of separate print and online ISSNs indicates adaptation to digital scholarly communication while maintaining traditional publishing formats. As a publication originating from Columbia University's Ancient Near Eastern Society, it connects to a prestigious research institution in the United States, a country with 423 Wikipedia sitelinks reflecting its global significance. The journal's indexing across four separate Google Books entries suggests substantial archival content, making it a discoverable resource for researchers in ancient Near Eastern studies. Its English-language content, published from the United States, contributes to the international dissemination of scholarship in this specialized field, while its cataloging in Italian (ACNP) and French (Mir@bel) databases indicates transatlantic academic reach.

## Notable For
- **Dual ISSN Structure**: Maintains separate identifiers for print (0010-2016) and online (2831-9605) formats, with ISSN-L linking both versions
- **Multiple Database Indexing**: Cataloged in at least three major academic systems: ACNP (Italian), Mir@bel (French), and ATLA (American theological)
- **Four Distinct Google Books Entries**: Each with unique book IDs (6lk_AQAAIAAJ, Fls_AQAAIAAJ, VHE_AQAAIAAJ, Wlw_AQAAIAAJ), indicating extensive digitization
- **Institutional Prestige**: Published by Columbia University's Ancient Near Eastern Society, linking it to an Ivy League research university
- **Bilingual Cataloging Qualifiers**: References include both English language specifications and multilingual database contexts
- **Wikidata Integration**: Assigned reference code Q70460099 across multiple property statements, ensuring linked data connectivity
- **Cross-Format Publication**: Classified as both academic journal and magazine, bridging scholarly and periodical publishing models
- **Comprehensive Reference Trail**: Each property includes detailed citation data with P248 (stated in) and P854 (reference URL) qualifiers

## Body

### Identification and Cataloging Infrastructure
The Journal of the Ancient Near Eastern Society of Columbia University operates within a robust international cataloging framework. Its primary identifier, ISSN 0010-2016, applies specifically to printed matter and carries the explicit qualifier "The Journal of the Ancient Near Eastern Society of Columbia University." This print identifier is complemented by ISSN 2831-9605, designated for online publication with the qualifier "The Journal of the Ancient Near Eastern Society of Columbia University (Online)." The linking ISSN (ISSN-L) consolidates both formats under 0010-2016. The journal's full title appears consistently across all databases: "The Journal of the Ancient Near Eastern Society of Columbia University." Wikidata assigns it the reference code Q70460099, which appears in multiple property statements linking ISSN, title, country of origin, website, and language data. The official Wikidata description condenses its identity to "0010-2016 | United States | Columbia University, Ancient Near Eastern Society."

### Publication Format and Geographic Origin
As a publication, the journal holds dual classification: it is simultaneously an academic journal and a magazine. This dual status places it within the broader category of periodicals distributed at regular intervals, a classification supported by 134 Wikipedia sitelinks for the magazine class. The country of origin is definitively the United States, a North American federal republic with inception dates of July 4, 1776 (declaration of independence) and May 12, 1784 (Treaty of Paris recognition). The United States entity carries 423 Wikipedia sitelinks, reflecting its global prominence. The journal's language of work is English, as specified in references tied to ISSN 0010-2016 and Q70460099.

### Database Registration and Academic Indexing
The journal maintains presence in multiple specialized academic catalogs. The Italian ACNP (Catalogo Italiano dei Periodici) assigns it journal ID 67745, accessible at https://acnpsearch.unibo.it/journal/67745. This URL serves as a reference for both the ISSN and ACNP ID properties. The French Mir@bel system registers the journal under ID 10788. American Theological Library Association (ATLA) indexing is confirmed through the search URL https://www.atla.com/SearchCenter/Pages/advanced.aspx?k=ATLA0001255566, which appears as a reference for the ISSN property. These multiple registrations indicate recognition across European and American academic library networks.

### Digital Accessibility and Archival Presence
Four separate Google Books URLs provide digital access to the journal's archive, each with distinct volume identifiers: 6lk_AQAAIAAJ, Fls_AQAAIAAJ, VHE_AQAAIAAJ, and Wlw_AQAAIAAJ. All four entries specify English as the language (P407) and reference ISSN 2831-9605 with Q70460099 as the authority. This multiplicity suggests extensive digitization of back issues or multiple volume sets. The online ISSN (2831-9605) specifically corresponds to these digital archives, while the print ISSN (0010-2016) represents the physical periodical.

### Institutional and Classification Context
The journal's publisher, the Ancient Near Eastern Society of Columbia University, positions it within a major American research university known for its Middle Eastern studies programs. Its classification as both academic journal and magazine reflects a hybrid model: the academic journal designation implies peer-reviewed scholarly content, while the magazine classification places it within a tradition of regular, periodical distribution. This dual identity is reinforced by its ISSN qualifiers, which distinguish between printed matter and online publication formats, acknowledging modern scholarly communication practices.

### Reference Structure and Data Provenance
Every property in the dataset includes detailed reference information. The ISSN property cites both ATLA and ACNP URLs as sources. Title, country of origin, website, and language properties all reference Q70460099 (the journal's Wikidata entity) and ISSN 0010-2016. This consistent reference pattern ensures data traceability. The ACNP journal ID property specifically references its own URL as the source. The described_at_url property points to the ATLA search page, creating a direct link to the American theological library indexing system.

### Cross-Referenced Identifiers and Authority Control
The journal participates in multiple authority control systems beyond ISSN. ACNP provides Italian cataloging access, Mir@bel offers French indexing, and ATLA supplies American theological library metadata. The consistent use of Q70460099 across Wikidata statements creates a stable identifier for linked data applications. Each Google Books entry functions as a unique manifestation identifier, with four distinct IDs suggesting either separate volumes or different digitization batches. The ISSN-L (0010-2016) serves as the authoritative linking element between print and digital formats, essential for cataloging integration.

## References

1. [Source](https://www.atla.com/SearchCenter/Pages/advanced.aspx?k=ATLA0001255566)
2. ISSN Portal
3. [Source](https://acnpsearch.unibo.it/journal/67745)