Researchers from the University of Haifa discovered a buried gold hoard at Sussita National Park that includes 97 pure gold coins and a particularly rare coin dated to 610 CE.
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.
According to researchers, the ritual complex in the Manot Cave symbolizes the transition from unstructured worship to the dawn of institutionalized public rituals.
Seal bearing the name of Yehoʼezer ben Hoshʼayahu, 'one of the most beautiful ever discovered,' found near Southern Wall of the Temple Mount.
Ancient paintings decorating ancient tombs of wealthy people were discovered decades ago in Ashkelon, but few people ever saw them. Now preserved, the city's archaeological gems will be visible to all.
Archaeological excavations of the Great Synagogue of Vilna reveal the floor of the main prayer hall and evidence of the intensity of destruction of the synagogue, destroyed by the Nazis and the Soviet authorities.
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.
Cloth fragment, earliest evidence of textile dyed with kermes, identified with the "scarlet worm" in the source texts, is discovered in Judean Desert Caves.
Archaeological site found from the Gallus Revolt, the last Jewish resistance against Roman rule 1650 years ago.
A new scientific study has found that ancient tefillin, or phylacteries, were not colored black, as is mandated by Jewish law.
Archeologists studying the walls of what is now the Jerusalem House of Quality identified coats-of-arms of figures including King George the Fifth, and the founder of the iconic Irish beer – Edward Cecil Guinness.
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.
New carbon-dating research reveals new findings about the age of the city of Jerusalem and the dates of its expansion.
The most extensive hiding complex discovered to date in the Galilee was excavated in an archaeological excavation carried out by the IAA at the site of Huqoq. The excavation uncovered finds that reveal dramatic episodes in Jewish history.
The channel installation was discovered in the City of David National Park and dating to the time of Kings Joash and Amaziah.
Youth leader Aviv Weizman discovers an ancient 'magical mirror' in an archaeological excavation in northern Israel.
Israel Airport Authority spokesperson Ofer Lapler explained how the airport is preparing for anti-government protest.
IAA makes rare retraction, walking back announcement hailing discovery of shard bearing the name of Persian king Darius.
Graffiti with the name of Knight Adrian von Bubenberg discovered on Mount Zion in Jerusalem.
The pendants were uncovered in areas where victims were forced to undress before being herded into gas chambers, and near a mass grave.
2,700-year-old remains of intestinal parasite eggs discovered beneath toilet in luxury estate at Armon Hanatziv Promenade in Jerusalem.
Israel Antiquities Authority: Remarkable artifacts seized from antiquities dealers were spoils taken by Bar Kokhba rebels fighting Romans.
Remains of a building dating from the time of the Sanhedrin are uncovered in Yavne, along with 'impressive' cemetery.
Archeologist Emily Bischoff Bruintjes came all the way from Minnesota to work and dig for the IAA. This is her story.
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.'
Winery and spectacular ancient gold ring with inlay of semi-precious stones unearthed in excavation.
The first-ever depiction of the Balm of Gilead, the exclusive perfume of Cleopatra and the Temple, may have been found in Jerusalem.
Jerusalem’s ancient quarries were the main source of stones for monumental construction projects in the city, such as the Temple Mount.
Bar Kokhba takes off to the stars: An ancient Jewish coin from the Bar Kokhba revolt against the Romans to fly with Eytan Stibbe into space.
Evidence of agricultural and industrial activity from 1,500 years ago discovered in Ramat Hasharon.
Recently-developed visitors’ route reveals one of the most magnificent public buildings discovered from Second Temple-period Jerusalem.
Research at Boker Tachtit site in Ein Avdat National Park, in Israel’s Negev desert, provides first proof of the two cultures’ coexistence.
Two Roman-era sarcophagi discovered during construction at safari park - after years of being buried under sand and vegetation.
A hoard of 425 pure gold coins from 1,100 years ago uncovered by volunteers during an excavation in central Israel.
Major archeological find dating back to era of the Judges uncovered near Kiryat Gat. Fortress likely built to repel Philistines, Israelites.
Ancient soap-making workshop uncovered in southern Israel, where olive oil was turned into soap 1,200 years ago.
Evidence of the path of modern humans leaving Africa 100,000 years ago discovered in Dimona.
Newly-uncovered church hints at importance of Byzantine Christian village, archaeologists say.
Six-year-old boy discovers 3,500 tablet during family visit in southern Israel. Tablet is the first of its kind ever found in Israel.
Citizen returns illegally taken catapult 'bolt' to Antiquities Authority - fifteen years after he took it. 'Time to clear my conscience.'
Coins spanning centuries from Persian to Ottoman periods are discovered in the home of a serial 'antiquities robber' in northern Israel.
Archaeologists find rare measuring table in what may have been the location of Jerusalem's 2,000-year-old market.
Wine and fish sauce: The 2000-year-old culinary preferences of the Romans, revealed in Ashkelon.
Family digging at excavation site uncovers 1,400-year-old iron hammer and nails.
Team of scientists from Hebrew U, Israel’s Antiquities Authority, Tel Aviv U and Bar-Ilan U create ancient alcohol from ancient yeast.
2,000-year-old Jewish town with ritual baths, olive press, and burial estate, found in eastern Jerusalem.
Fragment of Persian-era clay jar depicting human face discovered in City of David refuse pit.
Activists protest secret tunnel connecting Christian clergy residence to Church at holy site. 'Israeli authorities doing Vatican's bidding.'
Arab antiquities robbers caught red-handed destroying ancient Jewish village in northern Israel with a bulldozer. 'The sights are shocking.'
Expansive Ottoman-era soap factory and underground vaults discovered during construction of Uri Geller Museum.
Watch: In an interview with Arutz Sheva, expert archaeologist explains significance of Hellenstic-era earring and where it was found.
Rare gold earring from Hellenistic era found near Jerusalem's Old City. 'Whoever wore it belonged to Jerusalem‘s upper class.'
Archaeologists discover pottery factory, bathhouses, and pools discovered near central Israeli city.
Israeli archaeologists find slashed skull - history's earliest evidence of blood vengeance - in Jerusalem's hills.
Students prepare hiking trail as a gift to the State, uncover ancient oil lamp adorned with a symbol of a menorah.
Hikers find Byzantine-era jug in northern Israel.
Excavations at Western Wall Plaza unearth unique stamped clay from the First Temple Period believed to belong to city governor.
Monastery may have served as center for pilgrimages, expert says.
Archaeologists discover ancient theater, new stone courses, in Western Wall Tunnels.
After being destroyed in the Holocaust, two pre-war mikvaot are discovered in Vilna.
