Tag: archaeology
Rare 1,200-Year-Old Gold Coin Discovered in Lower Galilee
Archaeologists are excited about the discovery of a rare gold coin in the Lower Galilee.
National Campus for the Archaeology of Israel Taking Shape in Jerusalem [video]
Among the many artifacts on display will be breathtaking mosaics, laboratories for the treatment of artifacts, the Dead Sea scrolls, intriguing, 7,000 year-old objects, and an audiovisual presentation projected in the National Treasures center.
Largest Archaeological Garden Ever in Israel Inaugurated at IDF Kirya Base in Tel Aviv
The largest archaeological garden ever established in the State of Israel was inaugurated Monday at Camp Rabin, in the IDF Kirya Base in Tel Aviv.
Archaeological Evidence of the Kingdom of David
Israeli archaeologists will present to the public the new evidence recently uncovered of the truth of the Biblical kingdom of David.
Islamic Guards Attack Archaeologists on Temple Mount “for Picking Up Olives”
Six Israeli archaeologists visiting the Temple Mount compound were attacked by employees of the Jordanian Waqf.
Rare Cache of Silver Coins From Hasmonean Period Found in Modi’in
More proof that Jews lived in the Land of Israel for thousands of years, fighting the Romans with heart and soul.
Driver of Norwegian Diplomatic Vehicle Found Smuggling Antiquities to Jordan
An Arab driver from Beit Hanina tried to use a Norwegian diplomatic vehicle to smuggle Israeli antiquities to Jordan.
Pharoah Sends Passover Greetings; Rare Scarab Seal Found at Tel Dor
A rare scarab seal belonging to a senior Egyptian official of the 13th Pharaonic Dynasty is found by a birdwatcher on Israel's northern coast.
1,700-Year-Old Gravestones of Unknown Rabbis Uncovered in Northern Israel
More evidence of ancient Jewish presence in the Land of Israel: 1,700-year-old gravestones uncovered.
Byzantine-Era Lamb Sculpture Discovered at Caesarea Port
Archaeologists discovered a Byzantine-era marble sculpture of a lamb Thursday morning in excavations at Caesarea port in the Caesarea National Park,
Experts suggested that the...
1,500 Year Old Hebrew Inscription Discovered on East Coast of Sea of Galilee
The surprising discovery supports the belief there used to be a Jewish settlement in the Kursi Beach National Park.
King Hezekiah’s Seal Discovered in Jerusalem
This external evidence further establishes the veracity of the biblical account of the nation of Israel’s empires going back some 3,000 years.
Seal of First Temple Era King Discovered in Old City of Jerusalem
The 2,700-year-old seal of King Hezekiah the "closest thing to the king," says archaeologist.
Eight Is Not Enough: History of the Ancient Candles in Israel
The Hanukkah commandment is to light the candles at the front door, or in a window overlooking the street, so they may be seen by passersby, as an announcement of the miracle.
Archaeologists Reveal Another Ancient, Luxurious Mosaic in Lod
Another beautiful, ancient and detailed mosaic is uncovered in Lod, and ready to be displayed to the public this week.
Under the Temple Mount
Republishing our 2012 archaeological exploration under the City of David.
Palmyra ‘Arch of Triumph’ Latest Casualty of ISIS
A third archaeological treasure at Palmyra in Syria has been destroyed by ISIS: the Arch of Triumph.
Rare 1,500-year-old Mosaic Featured on Sukkot at Kiryat Gat Industrial Park
A rare 1,500 year old mosaic exposed in the Kiryat Gat industrial park is featured at the park's Sukkot festival.
Unique 1,800-Year-Old Sarcophagus Found at Ashkelon Building Site
An extremely rare sarcophagus has been uncovered at a building site in Ashkelon.
Palmyra’s Ancient ‘Temple of Bel’ Destroyed in New Blast
ISIS destroys a new, majestic part of the Syrian UNESCO World Heritage site, Palmyra.
Second Temple-Era Podium May Be Discovery in City of David
The Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) has made an exciting announcement: A 2,000-year-old podium may have been found in the City of David section of...
Thief Returns ancient Roman Artifacts: ‘They Brought Me Nothing but Trouble’
"I stole them in July 1995 and since then they have brought me nothing but trouble. Please, do not steal antiquities!”
Rare Inscription from King David Discovered in Jerusalem Hills
"Who Are You, Eshbaʽal Ben Beda?" The fourth inscription revealed so far dating to the Kingdom of Judah.
Church from 6th Century Discovered near Tel Aviv-Jerusalem Highway
Widening "Highway 1" has unearthed the church, oil lamps, a mosaic floor and mother-of-pearl shells.
Section of Ancient Jerusalem’s Lower Aqueduct Discovered
“With Joy Shall Ye Draw Water…”
1,400-Year-Old Wine Press Mysteriously Appears in Jerusalem
A Jerusalem jogger stumbled over an ancient wine press that hadn't been there before. The Israel Antiquities Authority was stumped...
Police Allow Muslim Officials to Damage Holy Floor of Temple Mount Rock [video]
The rock under the mosaic floor that was damaged is the foundation where the two Holy Temples stood.
Archaeologists Discover Egypt Occupied Tel Aviv 5,000 Years Ago
The discovery would be a death blow the PA claims that Tel Aviv is "Palestinian" if it weren't for the fact that that Arafat was born in Egypt.
Hikers Find Cache of Rare Coins from 2,300 Years Ago
Three Israeli Caving Club hikers found the cache in a stalactite cave in northern Israel.
1,000 Year Old Gold Treasure Found by Divers in Caesarea
The largest hoard of gold coins ever discovered in Israel was found in recent weeks on the seabed in the ancient port of Caesarea.
