archeology

Siege on Masada lasted just weeks, not years, new research shows

The main account of the siege comes from the Roman-Jewish historian Flavius Josephus, who described extended anticipation as the Romans prepared to attack.

By JACKIE HAJDENBERG/JTA
06/09/2024

Artifact confirming Jewish King David as historical figure on display in Edmond, Oklahoma

The Tel Dan Stele, a key biblical artifact, will be displayed at Herbert W. Armstrong College from September 22 to November 25.

Ancient seal with winged 'genie,' inscribed Jewish name found in Jerusalem

A 2,700-year-old seal featuring a winged figure and Hebrew script was discovered. The seal reveals the Assyrian influence during the First Temple era in Jerusalem.

Child inadvertently breaks ancient vase at Haifa museum

The museum, which operates under the University of Haifa, specified that the vase, probably utilized for the transportation of wine and oil, was a rarity since it had been excavated whole. 

Gods and monsters: Ancient Greek wall paintings in Ashkelon soon open to public

The paintings depict Greek mythological characters such as Demeter, Medusa, and nymphs and include floral decorations and images relating to nature. 

Ancient lamps that may have been used by Jewish rebels unearthed in Jerusalem

Within the soil, researchers unearthed pottery lamps which can be dated to the end of the Second Temple era, with soot residue indicating the fire that burned in them.

Unveiling Jerusalem: Jodi Magness’s comprehensive archaeological journey through time

'Jerusalem through the Ages' is a wonderful survey of what became, uniquely, a holy city to three of the world’s major religions.

Victims of Pompeii volcanic eruption found with jewelry

Recent archeological discoveries have discovered an additional man and woman buried under lava in ancient Rome 2000 years ago.

By REUTERS
12/08/2024

Ancient Roman coins, counterfeits discovered in new archeological site in eastern Poland

The "Group of Explorers" discovered rare Roman coins, counterfeits, and artifacts in a new archaeological site in Księżpol, Poland.

Archaeologists uncover mural of ‘Westerner’ blond trader in ancient Tang dynasty tomb in China

Archaeologists in northern China uncovered a Tang dynasty tomb with well-preserved murals depicting daily life and a Sogdian trader.

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