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ics about historical tombs beginning in 1st century Jerusalem. Structural details and design along with how ornamentation of tombs help archeologists determine valuable information. >>more Learn about the rich cultural and religious landscape of pre-biblical times...

Israel: A Modern Miracle

Israel has always been centre stage in the world. Nations have battled over the land for millenia. In fact, Jerusalem alone has seen 18 conquerors battle their way through her city gates. But this...

Last Word On The Last Supper Room?

The Israeli government can't be accused of not being ecumenical about getting into the spirit of Christmas. Officials have worked hard to organize tree giveaways and caroling events in Jerusalem, fireworks in Nazareth, and convenient...

Jerusalem City Wall Discovered

The remains of a Jerusalem city wall dating back to the Second Temple period, 2nd century BCE-70 CE, built by the Hasmonean dynasty and destroyed during the Great Revolt, along with the remains of a city...

First Temple Find

Back in November of 2008, an important discovery was made during an ongoing archaeological excavation under the auspices of the Western Wall Heritage Foundation. The excavations are taking place at the northwestern section of Jerusalem's Western...

Hoarded Gold Coins

In December of 2008, an enormous hoard of 264 golden coins, thought to be 1,300 years old, was found during an ongoing excavation conducted by the Israel Antiquities Authority in the Givati car park inside...

Via Dolorosa

The Via Dolorosa means Path of Sorrow. It traces the route that Jesus walked with his cross from the site of condemnation (Praetorium) to his crucifixion, the death of Jesus and his grave. There...

Church of the Holy Sepulchre

In the Christian religion, this is one of the most revered spots on earth as it is beleived that this is Golgotha, the place of the crucifixion and of the Jesus tomb. Helena, mother...