Jewish archeology
Israeli archaeologists launch project to trace origins of ancient pottery
The project, launched by the Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA), aims to trace the origin of thousands of ceramic vessels even when the kilns where they were fired have long vanished.
Map reveals dozens of ancient quarries hidden beneath modern Jerusalem
Israel thwarts Palestinian attempt to pave over biblical city of Gibeon
How Israel safeguards archaeological treasures amid Iranian attacks
Egyptian official on Palestinian TV denies Jewish history in Israel
The appearance was part of a wider narrative by the Palestinian Authority, which insists that archaeological evidence of a continuous Jewish presence in Israel is forgery.
Jordan closes Aaron's Tomb after Jews seen praying at site
The decision to close the site was made after Israeli tourists were filmed performing "Jewish rituals" at the site.
1,500-year-old cistern in Jerusalem could become the newest attraction
The cistern, suggested to be dated from the Byzantine period, may be part of upcoming renovations.
Peki’in exhibit to display treasure from historic Chalcolithic burial cave
The cave is the largest known such cave in Israel, contained a wealth of ancient artifacts: decorated ossuaries, burial offerings, jars, stone tools and more.
Discovered Roman-era pool could be 'the krona of Tzipori' from Talmud
May serve as proof for the existence of a famous ancient Jewish bathing site.
Israeli child unearths rare 11,500-year-old fertility figurine
Itamar Berna discovered the figurine while hiking in northern Israel.
Abbas's Fatah: Israel planning to destroy Al-Aqsa Mosque
The Palestinians have since used the incident to revive their long-standing charge that Israel was planning to destroy the Al-Aqsa Mosque in order to rebuild the Third Temple.
Clay seal of prophet Isaiah to be unveiled at joint Israel-U.S. event
Dozens of ancient items lent to US foundation which assists in excavations.
Rare coin from ancient Jewish Bar Kokhba revolt discovered in cave
The coin is believed to have been minted between the third and fourth year of the Bar Kokhba revolt (136-134 CE).
Elementary school pupils dig up a piece of Jewish history
“These pieces of the oil lamp that was found are important for us because they are a good representation of quality craftsmanship from that time."
