News for Archaeological Finds 1,300-year-old church, apparently part of a monastery, uncovered in northern IsraelNewly-uncovered church hints at importance of Byzantine Christian village, archaeologists say. Ancient Judean tax center near the US Embassy in JerusalemA significant administrative storage center from the days of Kings Hezekiah and Menashe uncovered in Jerusalem near the US Embassy Israeli scientist: 'Early humans may have survived extremely cold conditions'Small rodent fossils found in Israel challenge assumptions about when man first arrived there. Old City discoveries displayed in Jewish QuarterAs part of renovation of Old City, ancient artifacts put on display in Jewish Quarter. DNA research uncovers Dead Sea Scrolls mysteryNew research determines where ancient manuscripts found in Qumran caves were written. Study: Ancient Israelites used cannabis in Temple worshipBurned cannabis remains found on alter of First-Temple era Jewish shrine in Tel Arad, suggesting widespread cultic use of the drug. In the City of David, archaeologists uncover what may be a 2,000-year-old marketArchaeologists find rare measuring table in what may have been the location of Jerusalem's 2,000-year-old market. 2,600 year-old seal with biblical name discoveredBulla bearing name of Adenyahu Asher Al Habayit, a senior minister to the king of Judah, found beneath Robinson's Arch at the Western Wall. Clarifying the Palestine SagaHow 'Palestine’ is the Greek equivalent of ‘Israel'. And how the Anglo-Palestine Bank was established on February 27, 1902 as a subsidiary of the Jewish Colonial Trust, evolving into Bank Leumi. Roman church unearthed in northern IsraelByzantine church matches location of Bethsaida, archaeologist says. 'Archaeologists burst into tears''Globally significant' discovery sheds light on Jewish life in Lithuania before Holocaust. From the army of Judah - to the IDFWatchtower used to transmit messages dating from time of King Hezekiah uncovered, excavations by IDF soldiers in southern Israel. The ancients said Jerusalem Is Jewish, So why doesn’t everyone?The ancient Greeks, Romans, and Muslims all said that Jerusalem Is Jewish, So why is there a problem? 2,000-year-old Jewish settlement uncovered in Beer ShevaExcavations reveal, among other things, sherd of rare oil lamp depicting menorah, one of the earliest depictions of menorah discovered. First 'Bes-Vessel' shard discovered in JerusalemFragment of Persian-era clay jar depicting human face discovered in City of David refuse pit. Remains from Byzantine period uncovered in southern IsraelRemains of guard post, terraces, from Byzantine period found at Dudaim Park in Israel's Negev region. Arabs continue destroying Jewish archaeology on the Temple MountWhile Israel preserves Al-Aqsa and the Dome of the Rock, Arabs have proven that they cannot be trusted to respect Jewish Holy sites. Surprise discovery at museum being constructed in JaffaExpansive Ottoman-era soap factory and underground vaults discovered during construction of Uri Geller Museum. Expert: Archaeological find belonged to rich individualWatch: In an interview with Arutz Sheva, expert archaeologist explains significance of Hellenstic-era earring and where it was found. Rare, ancient gold earring found in the City of DavidRare gold earring from Hellenistic era found near Jerusalem's Old City. 'Whoever wore it belonged to Jerusalem‘s upper class.' The mixed prayer section at the Wall is an archaeological disasterThe choice of the specific location to build mixed prayer section in Jerusalem's Western Wall will bury priceless Jewish archaeological excavation. Earliest evidence of blood vengeance found in Jerusalem's hillsIsraeli archaeologists find slashed skull - history's earliest evidence of blood vengeance - in Jerusalem's hills. Coins from revolt against Romans found near Temple MountArchaeologists discover dozens of 'freedom coins' from Jewish Revolt against Rome in cave near Temple Mount. Marseille mystery cellar may have been a mikvahResearchers suspect ancient cellar discovered twenty years ago may have been a mikvah, say there 'was always water there.' Hobby Lobby smuggling scandal exposedChristian US company forefeits artifacts, pays $3 million after prosecutors accuse them of looting, theft, and smuggling. Ancient water system found near Beit ShemeshDuring excavations in preparation for road construction, Antiquities Authority finds Ottoman-era well. Watch: Evidence of battle of Jerusalem 2,000 years agoOn the occasion of the jubilee celebrations for J'lem's reunification, researchers are unveiling evidence of the last battle of Jerusalem. Unprecedented: 17 non-royal mummies found at Egypt siteArchaeologists find 'unprecedented' discovery of 17 intact mummies at Minya site, expect to find more as excavations continue. Statue finger found in Temple Mount rubbleHas part of an Egyptian statue been discovered on the Temple Mount? 'Temple Mount artifact sifting project in danger'Archaeologists studying Temple Mount antiquities destruction forced to raise money from public: 'PM promised budget, we are still waiting.' Ancient coins discovered thanks to Route 1 expansionArchaeologists discover 1,400-year-old ancient coins during excavations in preparation for Route 1 expansion. Incredible treasure trove found on Israel's seabedTwo divers happen upon cargo of a sunken merchant ship in Caesarea, revealing pristine 1,600-year-old treasures and coins. Piece of broken glassOne piece of glass has ruined everything for the Palestinian Arab cause. Rare First Temple-era seal found in City of DavidArchaeologists discover First Temple-era seals, one with a woman's name. Rare find that sheds significant light on owner's life. Fabric collection from time of King David foundTel Aviv University team finds priceless collection of fabric in Timna Valley, believed site of King Solomon's mines. Recent archaeological find confirms TalmudIn spite of Talmudic passage saying that the town of Kursia was Jewish, archaeologist had believed it was pagan. Video Tour: Tomb of Maccabees Uncovered?Ancient riddle: were mosaics adorned with a cross added to the graves because of Christian adoration of Maccabees? Ancient Scroll Discovered in 1970 DecipheredA Hebrew bible scroll dating to 500 CE, found in Ein Gedi in 1970, has been deciphered for the first time thanks to cutting-edge technology. Beit Shemesh Archaeologists Discover Lost CityImpressive Byzantine-era compound shedding light on life 1,000 years ago unearthed during preparations to build new neighborhood. Rare Crusader-Era Monastery Seal FoundSeal of the Monastery of St. Sabas was excavated in the Bayit VeGan section of Jerusalem. Archaeologists Excited at Potential Hevron FindsArchaeological dig could yield many important finds in king David's first capital city. |
