Israel history
Israeli archaeologists uncover remains of dramatic mountaintop royal palace
“It sheds light on the architectural style and the function of the site, which is not mentioned by Josephus, our only historical source for the period,” Dr. Raviv, director of the excavation, said.
My Word: Remembering Israel's assassinated prime minister Yitzhak Rabin, 30 years on
New digital archive gives global access to Israel’s archaeological treasures
New Knesset Museum opens, showcasing a modern interactive experience with the past
Commemorating Herzl’s vision: Reflections on his legacy and values - opinion
Theodor Herzl’s vision and values, as expressed in his writing, imagine a different Israel than we have today.
Celebrating Lag Ba’omer, a heroic chapter in Jewish history - opinion
During Bar Kochba’s revolt against the Romans, a terrible epidemic struck Rabbi Akiva’s students, and 24,000 men lost their lives. The epidemic suddenly stopped on Lag Ba’omer.
New Ben-Gurion Airport exhibit showcases 3,000 years of Jewish history
Travelers at Ben-Gurion Airport can explore Israel’s rich 3,000 year history with a new archaeological exhibition that will be open until 2026.
On This Day: David Ben-Gurion won Israel's first election
The elections were not for the Knesset, which did not exist yet, but for the Constituent Assembly, a body tasked with formulating a constitution for the emerging state.
Grave of Kfar Etzion pioneer rediscovered 80 years after her death
The grave of Tziporah Eliash, a Kfar Etzion pioneer, was buried with her daughter in the cemetery that saw many heart-wrenching funerals, including the Convoy of 10 and the Convoy of 35.
Not just gelt! Coins belonging to second king of the Hasmonean dynasty in miraculous discovery
Dr. Shay Bar, Dr. Yoav Farhi and Dr. Mechael Osband, who led the excavation, discovered the 80/79 BCE-style coins on Friday - the third night of Hanukkah.
Tel Dan Stele, oldest archaeological evidence of King David, comes to NY’s Jewish Museum
Before coming to the Jewish Museum, the stele was on display for nearly two months at a biblical archaeology museum in Oklahoma.
Is France contributing to ongoing problems in the Middle East? - opinion
In the 1920s, France disrupted peace and stability in the Middle East through its assault on Syria.
'Not the gov't nor Knesset, but people determine': Newly revealed Ben-Gurion speech calls for unity
"This is the mission of our movement: to unite the people around the great things that determine our fate and future," Ben-Gurion emphasized in his speech.
The best ambassador for my uncle’s vision - opinion
The unsung Sephardi pioneers who built Jerusalem and beyond - opinion
Learn about the forgotten Sephardi pioneers who played a crucial role in building modern Israel, long before the First Aliyah.
