Impressive Hiding Complex dating back to Bar Kokhba Revolt revealed near the Sea of Galilee
It is the most extensive hiding complex discovered to date in the Galilee. The excavation uncovered finds that reveal dramatic episodes in the history of the Jewish people.
First-Ever Inscribed Milestone Deciphered Near Sea of Galilee
For the first time, an inscription on a milestone has been deciphered on the Roman road to the east of the Sea of Galilee.
Elements – Fire, Israel Antiquities Authority
How fire was deployed in the service of ancient industries, such as minting coins and glass making, and of lighting private homes.
2,000-Year-Old Ring Discovered in Jerusalem’s Old City
Israel Antiquity Authority archaeologists have uncovered a two-thousand-year-old ring with a solitaire gemstone in excavations in the City of David National Park in Jerusalem.
Archaeologists Uncover Rare 1,500-Year-Old Linen Lamp Wick
The Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) recently announced the uncovering of a rare and unique archaeological artifact; a lamp wick dating back 1,500 years to the Byzantine period. Although small in size, the find is significant as it is one of the few such items to have survived from antiquity.
2,000 Year-Old Second Temple Period Carvings Discovered in Beersheba
During a routine excavation in Beersheba, 2,000-year-old Second Temple/Roman period carvings were discovered. According to an Israel Antiquities Authority expert, 13 ships were engraved on the walls of a water cistern. Many contained technical details, assuming a working knowledge of ship construction.
Archaeologists and Rabbis Fight Over Bones in a Roman Catacomb
A dispute recently broke out in Rome between archaeologists and Orthodox Jews over ancient bones found in catacombs under a villa that once belonged to Mussolini. The outcome will determine whether the Jews whose bones they were, will see the resurrection of the dead.
2,000-Year-Old Decapitated Skeletons Uncovered At Jerusalem Dig
On Sunday, the Israel Antiquities Authority announced that the remains of 125 decapitated skeletons, were found at archaeological dig in in Jerusalem’s Russian Compound.
First Full Hebrew Spelling of ‘Jerusalem’ Unearthed on Second Temple Inscription
The first epigraphic testimony noting the full spelling of Jerusalem in letters was unveiled at Jerusalem’s Israel Museum for the first time today (Tuesday) in a joint press conference of the museum and the Israel Antiquities Authority.
Dig Into Israel: Volunteering Program to Start in Fall
The 14-day pilot program combines a week of volunteering on an Israeli army base with a week at an active archaeological-dig site supervised by the Israel Antiquities Authority.