Ancient Grazing Did Not Deplete Land, Made it More Fertile
The ancient Israelites were a pastoral people, and there were many shepherds among them. Grazing sheep, goats and other domestic animals was the profession of many biblical figures, including the patriarchs Abraham and Jacob, the Twelve Tribes, Moses, David and the prophet Amos. Metaphorically, the term “shepherd” is also used many times in the Bible to denote God.
Post-Traumatic Stress Symptoms Hit Lifelong Disabled in Emergencies
It seems there is another sector in the Israeli population that has been almost ignored – those with permanent physical or sensory disabilities, who have now been found at a high risk for developing post-traumatic stress symptoms (PTSS) from terrorism and war.
Spectacular Hellenistic-era Earring Unearthed in City of David
A spectacular Hellenistic-era golden earring, featuring ornamentation of a horned animal, was discovered in excavations in the City of David National Park.
Amid Celebrations of the Exodus, Birdwatcher Discovers 3,700-Year-Old Egyptian Scarab
The birdwatcher was near the Tel Dor archaeological site on Israel’s Carmel Coast when he happened upon the incredible find.
New Wikipedia Ranking Includes Seven Israeli Universities in World’s Top 250
The Wikipedia Ranking of World Universities has ranked seven Israeli academic institutions in the top 250 cementing Israel as a global leader in academia.
Texas A&M Blesses Israel with $6M Marine Research Center
Texas A&M University has announced plans to open a $6 million marine research center in partnership with the University of Haifa.