Excavations Reveal Extent of Nazi and Soviet Ruin of the Great Vilna Synagogue
The excavations uncovered the Great Synagogue’s bath house and mikvahs.
Archaeologists Uncover Jerusalem’s Monumental Fortifications
Over the past 150 years, many attempts have been made by researchers and archaeologists to trace the route of the northern fortification of Jerusalem.
3,800-Year-Old Red Textile Dyed Using Worms Discovered in Judean Desert Cave
This is the earliest evidence of textile dyed with kermes, which researchers identify with the "scarlet worm" in the source texts.
Boy Discovers Ancient Athena Engraved Ring on Mount Carmel
The small bronze ring probably belonged to a woman or girl during the late Roman period (2nd-3rd Century CE).
800-Year-Old Hebrew-Inscribed Tombstone Discovered in India
The Jewish grave marker dating to the 13th century is the oldest found in the South Asian country.
3,300-Year-Old Ship’s Cargo Found in Deep Sea off Israel’s Shore
"The discovery of this boat now changes our entire understanding of the ancient mariners' abilities."
Israeli Archaeologists Uncover Evidence of Last Jewish Revolt Against the Romans
Lod was a most significant Jews center in the aftermath of the Second Temple’s destruction in Jerusalem.
New Study Suggests Some Tefillin Boxes Were Not Colored Black 2,000 Years Ago
“It is possible that in the beginning, there was no halakhic significance to the color of tefillin boxes.”
Early 20th Century British Coats-of-Arms Discovered on Jerusalem Building Walls
There’s also the shield of Jewish aristocrat Sir Edward Stern (1854-1933), uncle of philanthropist Vera Salomons.
Study: Paleolithic Era Samaria Mountains Flint Tools Were Designed for Butchering Fallow Deer
"We believe that the Mountains of Samaria were sacred to the prehistoric people of Qesem Cave and Jaljulia because that's where the fallow deer came from."
2300-Year-Old Gold Ring Discovered in City of David
The gold ring find and other discoveries show the city’s healthy economy and even its elite status.
Excavated Negev Church Walls Reveal Images of Ancient Ships
Who drew ships in the middle of the Negev desert?
Radiocarbon Study Determines Dates of City of David Buildings, Matching Them to Biblical Events
The researchers accurately dated the walls built in Jerusalem during the First Temple period and identified areas of extensive construction during the reign of the kings of Judah.
6,000-Years-Old Ivory Vessel Discovered in Southern Israel
Further biomolecular analyses will establish where the ivory originated, based on the elephant's diet.
High School Student from Hod HaSharon Discovers 1600-Year-Old Oil Lamp
The oil lamp was likely produced in Petra, in Jordan, between the fourth and fifth centuries CE.
Hiding Complex that May Have Been Used in the Bar Kochba Revolt Unearthed near...
It is the most extensive hiding complex discovered to date in Galilee.
Coin Inscribed ‘Elazar the Priest’ Dated to Bar Kokhva’s Revolt Discovered in Judean Desert
The excavation will begin on March 11, 2024, and will last ten days. Registration and details on the Israel Antiquities Authority Website.
Rare First Temple Clay Seal Unearthed in Jerusalem
"The seal supports the biblical record of there being a governor of Jerusalem during the period."
Second Temple Era Mysterious Stone Box Going on Display at Israel Museum
Archaeologist Nachman Avigad jokingly called the object 50 years ago a "nuts and seeds bowl," and the name stuck.
1,800-Year-Old Roman Legion Base Exposed at the Foot of Tel Megiddo
“A unique opportunity to uncover part of the full-scale Roman legionary base.”
Hiker Discovers Ancient Assyrian Scarab Amulet in Lower Galilee
The beautiful scarab was found at the foot of Tel Reches, one of the most important tels (hills) in the north of the country.
Rare 2,550-Year-Old Silver Sheqel Discovered in the Judean Hills
The coin was discovered during road works of the Netivei Israel National Transport Infrastructure Company.
IDF Reservists Discover Ancient Wheat Mortar in Gaza
“We were excited to suddenly receive a greeting from the past and deal with good news for a change.”
Arabs Vandalize Joshua’s Altar on Mount Ebal
"Only the fixed Jewish presence of a farm or town will prevent further damage or destruction," activist group says.
Israeli Researchers Use Earth’s Magnetic Field to Verify Biblical Battle of Gath
New technology interprets archaeological findings from biblical times.
Soldiers Discover 1,500-Year-Old Candle in Gaza Envelope Troops Staging Area
"The war creates extraordinary situations on the archaeological front as well."
Ancient Roof Tiles Associated with King Antiochus’s Rule Discovered in City of David
During a military expedition to Jerusalem in 168 BCE, Antiochus IV erected the Acra fortress either on or just outside the Temple Mount.
Archaeologists Uncover Earliest Evidence of Organized Warfare in Israel and the Levant
The research revealed that the hundreds of sling stones were almost identical.
Archaeologists Help IDF Identify Burnt Remains in Gaza Envelope
Since the beginning of the scans, the archaeologists’ labor has led to the certain identification of at least ten perished individuals who were considered missing.
Archaeologists Discover 2,300 Years Old Tomb of a Courtesan in Jerusalem
The absence of a settlement near the burial cave suggests that this tomb likely belongs to a woman who accompanied a senior official and was buried on the roadside.
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