City of David

Just before Tisha B'Av:

Burnt wooden beams from First Temple Period discovered

Archaeologists excavating Jerusalem's City of David uncover massive charred wooden beams believed to have collapsed during the destruction of the First Temple in 586 BCE.

Menorah of Cast Lead:

Rare pendant decorated with a menorah uncovered on Temple Mount

How did an ancient pendant made of cast lead, decorated on both sides with a seven-branched menorah, come to Jerusalem at a time when Jewish presence in the city was restricted?

First time in Jerusalem:

Assyrian inscription from the First Temple period discovered

Assyrian cuneiform inscription, estimated to be 2,700 years old, offers rare evidence of official correspondence between the Assyrian Empire and the Kingdom of Judah.

What Israel's enemies don't want you to know:

"When the stones speak"

Archeology at the City of David reaffirms the ancient connection between the Jewish People, Jerusalem and the Land of Israel. Review.

Largest dam in ancient Israel uncovered in the City of David

A massive dam uncovered in Jerusalem’s City of David has been dated to the reign of Kings Joash or Amaziah, showing how Judah’s rulers responded to climate challenges 2,800 years ago.

Disovering the City of David--proving Jewish indigeneity

The significance of the City of David excavation far exceeds archeology. It exposes the lie that the Jews are "settlers" and "occupiers" in the Holy Land. Review.

Netanyahu:

Our enemies understand the destruction they brought on themselves

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke at a special government meeting to mark Jerusalem Day in the City of David. The government called for the removal of obstacles to the appointment of David Zini to lead the ISA.

Yeru and Shalem

There is much to learn from the name Yerushalayim, which is actually a combination of two different names of the holy city.

In less than a year:

A second gold ring was discovered in the City of David

Small gold ring, likely belonging to a child living in Jerusalem during the Second Temple period about 2,300 years ago, found in the City of David.

First Temple-period ritual structure uncovered in Jerusalem

Comprising a series of eight rock-hewn rooms, the structure is believed to have been used for ritual purposes while the Temple still stood on the Temple Mount, just a few hundred meters away.

'Testament to Jewish resilience'

Watch: Mark Levin tours the ancient walls of Jerusalem

The walls of the Old City of Jerusalem bear the scars of thousands of years of war and siege. This reminds Mark Levin that to this very day, the Jews have to constantly fight for their freedom and liberty.

After 150 years:

Fortification that protected the kings of Jerusalem uncovered

At the City of David in the Jerusalem Walls National Park, archaeologists from the Israel Antiquities Authority and Tel Aviv University have discovered a massive moat, at least nine meters deep and at least 30 meters wide.

Jerusalem of Gold:

2300-year-old gold ring found in the City of David

The ring was found in the joint Israel Antiquities Authority – Tel Aviv University excavation. Its small diameter leads experts to suggest it is a child’s ring, either girl or boy, who lived in Jerusalem during the Hellenistic period.

Unprecedented study:

Researchers accurately date findings from First Temple Jerusalem

New carbon-dating research reveals new findings about the age of the city of Jerusalem and the dates of its expansion.

In the City of David:

2,000-year-old rare stone box discovered

Rare enigmatic stone box from the Second Temple period discovered during City of David excavations was used for commercial activity, then burnt – evidence of the destruction of Jerusalem about 2,000 years ago.

Greetings from King Antiochus:

Researchers find rooftiles from Hanukkah period

The most ancient rooftiles found in Israel were brought during the period Greek Seleucid king Antiochus IV & uncovered in the City of David.

A Jerusalem Mystery:

What was the function of the discovered installation?

The channel installation was discovered in the City of David National Park and dating to the time of Kings Joash and Amaziah.

Arab indicted for assaulting yeshiva students in City of David

Victim appeals after police close case despite security footage showing the attack.

IDF officer wounded by terrorist to leave hospital tomorrow

The IDF officer wounded by a shooting attack in Jerusalem is expected to leave hospital care tomorrow.

City of David shooting

Man indicted for leaving gun his teen brother used in attack

Suspect bought gun and ammunition, left them in a bin in a warehouse next door to his home for his 13-year-old brother to find.

Good news:

Paratrooper wounded in Jerusalem attack opens his eyes

Family of paratrooper who was seriously wounded in attack near the City of David in Jerusalem says he has made progress in the last week.

Ancient gold bead from the City of David found in Jerusalem

Teenager uncovers rare gold bead from Pilgrimage Road structure in the City of David outside of the Old City of Jerusalem.

Condition of City of David shooting victim worsens

Family of 22-year-old soldier who was shot by a 13-year-old terrorist holds prayer service for his recovery at the Western Wall.

We shall overcome

Five tips for dealing with the pain of the barbaric terror attacks we have just endured.

With Israeli flags in hand:

Jews sing and dance at site of City of David terror attack

In response to Saturday's shooting attack, hundreds marched and proclaimed: 'The nation of Israel does not fear a long road.'

Policy change:

Home of a terrorist who did not murder to be sealed

The ISA chief was instructed to prepare an opinion regarding sealing off the home of the terrorist who perpetrated the City of David attack.

Win a beautiful Tiberias apartment overlooking the Kinneret

The city of Tiberias is located in northern Israel, on the shore of the Kinneret.

Jewish-owned cars set on fire in Jerusalem

Police arrest Arab suspect after six vehicles set on fire near Jerusalem's Old City.

Rare ivory plaques from First Temple era found in Jerusalem

Collection of ivory decorations dating back to First Temple period unearthed in palace in the City of David in Jerusalem.

Extreme left opposes Mosh Ben Ari's performance in Jerusalem

Ben Ari is expected to appear at the Hinnom Valley farm near the City of David. Far-left activists put pressure on him to cancel the show.

Jerusalem is not referred to once in the 1964 PLO Charter

In the original PLO Charter there is no mention of nor claim to the city they now promote as theirs by right since time immemorial. Op-ed.

Slab from more than 3,500 years ago found in City of David

The earliest inscription from Jerusalem's City of David has finally been deciphered, revealing a ominous curse.

City of David:

Journey into the most ancient part of Jerusalem

See the stories of the Bible come to life while venturing into one of the most ancient places on Earth, held holy by billions worldwide.

Discovery in the City of David

Luxury goods reveal scope of trade with First Temple-era Judah

Kingdom of Judah's position on major international trade route gave Jerusalemites access to luxuries from as far away as India, study shows.

Israe'si Ambassador to Italy visits the City of David

Israel's Ambassador to Italy gives a tour of the City of David, bringing the bible stories that took place there back to life.

11-year-old girl finds rare coin from 2,000 years ago

Coin made from pure silver is uncovered in dirt from City of David. 'Coin is one of the only items we have today from Temple times.'

Exclusive Perfume of Cleopatra and the Temple found in Jerusalem

The first-ever depiction of the Balm of Gilead, the exclusive perfume of Cleopatra and the Temple, may have been found in Jerusalem.

International delegation visits Old City of Jerusalem

A group of ambassadors from the United Nations spent today touring sites in Jerusalem's Old City.

Why were prehistoric shark teeth found in City of David?

Teeth belonging to sharks which swam in the time of the dinosaurs were collected by an unknown person in First Temple-period Jerusalem.

Jerusalem Day: The two messengers

Prophetic words from Israel's first Chief Rabbi: There are two heralds of the return to our holy city and they bear two different messages.

Second Temple-Era Relic:

First of its kind discovery in Jerusalem

A “Lucky” bronze oil lamp meant for good fortune discovered during excavations of the City of David’s Pilgrimage Road.

Pompeo walked through the ancient City of David

"Visit highlighted more than 3,000 years of Jerusalem's heritage upon which foundations of US and Israel rest", City of David officials said

BBC under fire for planned documentary on City of David in J'lem

NGO which maintains historical Jewish sites in Jerusalem warns upcoming BBC documentary is already tainted by journalist's anti-Israel bias.

Jerusalem Municipality demolishes Gan Hamelech illegal building

First demolition of illegal building in area after more than decade when dozens of illegal buildings in Gan Hamelech left standing.

Archaeologists may have uncovered a 2,000-year-old market

Archaeologists find rare measuring table in what may have been the location of Jerusalem's 2,000-year-old market.

Dozens of UN ambassadors visit City of David

Ambassador Danny Danon brings dozens of UN ambassadors to City of David as new support for Israel felt at the UN.

US Treasury Secretary visits City of David, ancient Jerusalem

US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin walks through site of King David’s ancient city.

Huckabee: Support for Israel is not bipartisan anymore

Former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee visits City of David, says archaeology proves truth of the Bible, US must stand with Israel.

The Biblical superhighway unearthed

Ze’ev Orenstein says the discovery of the “Pilgrims' Road,” isn’t a matter of faith, but rather a matter of “fact”.

Jordan criticizes Israel for opening road to the Temple

Jordan’s Foreign Ministry says unveiling of 2,000-year-old Pilgrims’ Road is "illegal and irresponsible".

2000-year-old road to the Temple unveiled

Ancient walkway used during Second Temple period by pilgrims bringing sacrifices to the Temple unveiled in Jerusalem.

Watch: Trump envoys 'break through' - to ancient Jerusalem road

David Friedman, Jason Greenblatt, Miriam Adelson, Sara Netanyahu, Nir Barkat, and David Beeri team up to break through to Pilgrim's Road.

Amb. Danny Danon to protesters: 'Shame on you'

Danon tells protestors to the unveiling of a Herodian road to connect to their own ancient history and historical Jerusalem.

Amb. Friedman:

'America's spiritual underpinnings come from Jerusalem'

Senior officials from around the world gather in City of David near Old City of Jerusalem for unveiling of 2nd Temple period Pilgrims' Road.

Peace Now members to protest against US Amb. David Friedman

Peace Now is protesting the inauguration ceremony of a tunnel in east Jerusalem. 'This is a trampling of Jerusalem.'

Florida Governor: Mueller inverted burden of proof

Ron DeSantis visits City of David, says Special Prosecutor Mueller was not supposed to exnoerate, but to decide whether to prosecute or not.

Rare discovery in the City of David

2,600-year-old seal impression and stamp bearing names from Bible found in public building destroyed during destruction of First Temple.

In honor of Purim:

First 'Bes-Vessel' shard discovered in Jerusalem

Fragment of Persian-era clay jar depicting human face discovered in City of David refuse pit.

Jew attacked in Jerusalem claims NIS 54,000 from attacker

Jew attacked by Arab in City of David in Jerusalem now suing attacker for financial and emotional damages. 'Attacks won't be tolerated.'

40 UN ambassadors visit City of David

The ambassadors were led by Amb. Danny Danon and met Mayor Moshe Leon.