Israel: Ancient Christian mosaic referring to Jesus as God may be loaned to US museum
Discovered near a prison in Megiddo, the Mosaic, described as ‘extremely dramatic discovery,’ could be on long-term loan until a…
Russia: Ancient 1st century synagogue discovered in southwestern Russia
According to archaeologists, many of the oldest synagogues discovered to date go back only to the 3rd century, making the…
Israel: Technology proves existence of ancient Kingdom of Israel
A slab of stone bearing a description of a Moabite war against ancient Israel mentions the “House of David” was…
Israel: Ancient Jerusalem Siloam Pool to be excavated, opened to the public
The Pool of Siloam was constructed about 2,700 years ago and served as part of the City of Jerusalem’s water…
Israel: Ancient ceremonial bath discovered while excavating Western Wall area
While digging the foundations for a Western Wall elevator, archaeologists discovered steps and an archway to a kosher ancient ceremonial…
Israel: Archaeologists uncover evidence of Hanukkah story in ancient fortified building
Israeli archaeologists have uncovered evidence they contend backs up the stories of a Jewish victory over Greek rulers, events that…
Israel: Ancient two-shekel weight discovered near Jerusalem’s Western Wall
First Temple-era artifact used to measure two-shekalim unearthed near the Western Wall of Jerusalem.