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הפסלים השבורים במוזיאון ישראל
American Jewish tourist vandalizes ancient statues in Jerusalem museum
The religious Jew says statues contrary to Torah when police place him under arrest after smashing 2nd century Roman depiction of the goddess Athena and Griffin the symbol of pagan divinity
Liran Tamari | 10.05.23
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Sarcophagi discovered in Roman-era cemetery in Gaza Strip
Researchers have so far uncovered 135 graves in the cemetery established by the Romans about 2,000 years ago. Researcher emphasizes: 'This is the first time that sarcophagi have been discovered in Gaza'
AP | 10.04.23
ראש החץ עשוי קוורציט, שהשתמר ותוארך כבן 3,000 שנה
Ancient arrowhead uncovered in melting glacier in Norway
The arrowhead made of quartzite was uncovered as a result of the gradual melting of ice and snow in the Norwegian mountains due to climate change; Discovery sheds new light on the lives of Nordland reindeer hunters and the hunting tools they used approximately 3,000 years ago
Yogev Israely | 10.03.23
פירמידת סחו רע
Previously unknown chambers found in ancient pyramid
A German-Egyptian team discovers eight storage rooms hidden in the 4,500-year-old pyramid of Sahure while performing conservation work, challenging knowledge of the monumental structure
Yogev Israely | 10.01.23
שתי החרבות שהתגלו בקוטסוולדס
Roman-era swords discovered in Britain
The 2,000-years-old swords were discovered in the southwestern region of England, still sheathed, supporting the notion that these were used by cavalry as they are particularly well-suited for use while mounted on horseback
Yogev Israely | 09.28.23
כתובת היוונית השלמה שהתגלה ב"אולם האמנות," ובה פרפרזה של פסוק מתהילים
Verse from Psalms written in ancient Greek discovered in fortress in Judean Desert
During excavations at the Hyrcania fortress, researchers from Hebrew University unearthed a fragment of Psalm 46 written in ancient Greek; in addition, a tiny gold ring, likely intended for a child, was discovered at the site
Ynetnews | 09.27.23
החזית של אחד המבנים העתיקים שהתגלו באתר הארכיאולוגי קאבה שבחצי האי יוקטן
Archaeologists discover ancient Maya palatial complex
Experts estimate the complex to be nearly 1,500 years old and believe it served the dynasty that ruled the area prior to Spanish colonization
Yogev Israely | 09.27.23
המראה הנדירה, רק שתיים כאלו נמצאו בישראל
Well-preserved Hellenistic bronze mirror uncovered in Israel dig
Archaeologists uncover burial cave they believe belonged to a Greek woman who accompanied the armies that arrived in Israel over 2,000 years ago
Yaron Druckman | 09.27.23
כתובת חזקיהו, מאוסף רשות העתיקות
King Hezekiah's riddle: Has the ancient royal inscription finally been cracked?
Using advanced tech, Israeli expert decodes stone inscription found in Jerusalem 40 years ago, linking it to Judean King's water project, highlighting his power; ‘After the king's death, his opponents deliberately damaged his inscriptions, in an attempt to tarnish his memory and erase his achievements’
Itzchak Tessler | 09.25.23
'I lifted the slab and saw a human hand': Archaeologist's bizarre adventures
Israel Antiquities Authority archaeologist Dr. Hamoudi Khalaily shares several stories from his decades-long career that neither he, nor science, can explain
Tahel Blumenfeld | 09.24.23
תותח הספינה שהתגלה בקרבת מרסטרנד שבמערב שבדיה
One of the oldest cannons in Europe found in Sweden
Experts say cannon made out of bronze was likely produces in the 14th century and was unreliable after prolonged use due to inexperienced construction
Yogev Israely | 09.15.23
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Ancient Torah study hall uncovered in Safed on site of luxury hotel
Antiquities Authority expert says ancient building in Safed discovered by Israeli businessman likely belonged to Rabbi Isaac Luria, considered to be one of the most important Jewish figures in modern history
Yair Kraus | 09.13.23
הצלמית וחלוקי אבני קוורץ צבעוניות
Hajj pilgrims performed mystic rituals on Eilat's mountains centuries ago
They came a long way: While traveling to Mecca from Egypt, pilgrims would request assistance from local mages on Eilat's mountains; A new study shows miniature altars, stone statues of naked women and goddesses, as well as colorful quartz pebbles
Ynet | 09.11.23
החרבות בתצוגה, הבוקר
Cache of rare Roman weapons found in historic Judean Desert haul
Researchers unearth four 1,900-year-old swords and spearhead believed to have been captured by Judean rebels during the Bar Kochba revolt and placed in cave
Yaron Drukman | 09.06.23
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Treasure hunt: Israeli youth finds Roman-era ring in national park
While visiting Sussita National Park, 13-year-old Itamar Grossman found an 'ancient-looking' ring lying on the ground and insisted that it be examined
Yair Kraus | 09.04.23
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