Ancient Israel was the source of all domesticated grapes, new study shows
Grapes were initially grown in Israel for consumption but quickly became adapted for wine making which became a major industry in ancient Israel. Ancient wine presses can still be found around the country. Wine was mentioned in the Bible and played an essential role in the Temple service.
Joshua’s Altar – How Archaeology proves the Bible
It was clear to me that the Scriptures described real historical events. Not just events that constituted my Jewish identity, heritage and history, but also that of hundreds of millions of Christians around the world.
Where did evil prophet Balaam’s donkey come from? New study offers answers
A new scientific study has shed light on the origin of the donkey, an animal prominently featured in the Bible, including in one of the most enigmatic episodes of the Pentateuch, the journey of the evil prophet Balaam described in the book of Numbers. According to the Bible, as the Israelites wandered in the desert […]
2,500-year-old inscription bearing name of Persian king is revealed as forged
Under Darius’ rule, the empire dramatically expanded to include millions of square miles, as it is highlighted in the biblical book of Esther.
Evidence of 3,500 year-old brain surgery discovered in biblical Megiddo
Two brothers were buried with fine ceramic vessels and high-quality food offerings. They suffered from health problems and one was even treated by trepanation, a new study shows.
Israeli family discovers Byzantine candle holder while on Shabbat walk
A family was walking along when they noticed a small clay face in the ground that appeared to be looking up at them.
Research correlates ancient curse tablets with New Testament Book of Revelation
“In Revelation, we find wording and phrases that are very similar to those that appeared on curse tablets, although no actual verbatim quotations from the latter appear,” Dr. Michael Hölscher of Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz wrote.
Cave system used by biblical Israelites to hide from invaders unearthed in Samaria
A recent study presents evidence that a cave system in Samaria was used throughout ancient times as a refuge from invaders, just as described in the Book of Judges.
Biblical Hittites relocated due to climate change, new study on trees suggests
A study published last week in Nature reported that three years of extreme drought from 1198 BCE to 1196 BCE led to the fall of the Hittite empire.
1,600-year-old unique gold bead found in Jerusalem’s City of David
“Throughout all my years in archaeology, I have found gold perhaps once or twice, so to find gold jewelry, is something very very special,” said Dr. Amir Golani, an ancient jewelry expert at the IAA. “
