Digging Into the Origins of Jerusalem
At the City of David National Park, excavations from the ancient past come to life in a series of astounding discoveries.
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Jerusalem’s Pool of Siloam to be excavated, opened to the public
The site is expected to become one of the city’s most important historic and tourist sites.
Rabbi to European Envoys – Jews Don’t Need Your Approval
The UN ambassadors from Italy, Romania, Slovenia and Moldova withdrew from a visit when the European Union ordered them not to participate in any Israeli-hosted tour of “eastern Jerusalem”.
MembersAnd They All Came Tumbling Down
In the year 67 CE, the city of Gamla in the north of Israel stood alone against the mighty Roman army. What happened next was one of the most unique battles in siege warfare history.
It’s Like Indiana Jones! – Israeli Archaeologists Excited Over New Discovery
“The fact that the cave was sealed and was not looted allows us, with modern scientific means, to extract a great deal of information.”
Who Are You, Ishmael? Extremely Rare First Temple-Era Document Returns to Israel
There are only three papyri from the time of the First Temple in the collections of the Israel National Treasures.
What Other Secrets Are Hidden in the Qumran Caves?
Besides the Dead Sea Scrolls, the caves may contain items from the First Temple.
4,000-Year-Old Israelite Settlement Discovered in Binyamin
“These discoveries are an answer to anyone who doubts the rightness of our presence here and in all of Israel.”
Temple Mount History Comes Back to Speak Again
“The rare findings are further evidence of the Jewish presence in Jerusalem for thousands of years.”
