History and Archaeology

Surrounded by enemies and trapped behind palace walls, the Jews of Mazybuz turned to prayer and courage. What happened next became a miracle remembered for generations as Mordechai Purim.

Kidnapped in 1947, his trail leads to suppressed evidence and a man who carried the secret to his grave. The question remains open, and the pain has never faded.

He stepped out of his base and never returned. Was he a runaway, or was he taken across the border? Years of rumors, sightings, and failed searches have left one family suspended between hope and heartbreak.

Tradition says King David rests on Mount Zion. But careful study of ancient sources and archaeological finds raises an unsettling question: could the real tomb be elsewhere?

Meet the archaeologists whose groundbreaking excavations are uncovering forgotten Jewish worlds and revealing powerful new evidence of Jewish life, resilience, and continuity across thousands of years.

Ancient pilgrims, devoted students, and centuries of tradition offer conflicting answers to a single question: where does Ramban truly rest? A journey through history, faith, and the enduring legacy of one of Judaism’s greatest scholars.

A hidden miracle from Jewish history reveals the power of faith, unity, and divine intervention. Discover how the Jews of Zaragoza were saved from destruction and why they established the 18th of Shevat as a lasting day of gratitude and joy.

Unearthed in the City of David, two rare First Temple seals including one belonging to a woman open a window into the personal lives and hidden stories of ancient Jerusalem.

The discovery of a small scarab from the era of Pharaoh Thutmose III reveals Egypt’s presence in the Land of Israel and offers rare insight into the region’s ancient history.

Discover the grandeur of King Ahasuerus's palace and the archaeological remnants that reveal its past glory.

As the Black Death ravaged Europe, fear gave way to hatred. Jews were falsely accused, brutally attacked, and entire communities were destroyed. This article recounts the tragic plague pogroms, particularly in Mainz, that reshaped Jewish life in medieval Europe.

In 1867, a world famous author set out to explore the Holy Land. What he encountered was not what he expected. Mark Twain’s observations still resonate with striking relevance today.

Reports of the dead awakening sparked panic across Europe and led to royal orders to delay burial. From Moses Mendelssohn to the Gaon of Vilna, this is the story of how Jewish tradition stood firm.

Imagine Gideon's battle with just 300 men against the vast Midianite army, or Jehoshaphat's victory without lifting a sword. Join us on a miraculous journey through Israel's biblical battles.

Stolen, lost, and shrouded in legend, the Temple menorah remains one of Judaism’s greatest mysteries. Where is it today?

Betrayal, Roman power, and ruthless ambition sealed Jerusalem’s fate. This article follows the fall of the Hasmoneans and Herod’s calculated rise to power.

Shot down over Lebanon in 1986, Ron Arad was captured, briefly heard from, and then lost to silence. Decades later, his fate remains unknown.

A copper lock, a hidden inscription, and a key passed through generations tell a story few know. From Montefiore’s protection of the site to the devoted figures who guarded it, this article reveals the untold story behind the lock of Rachel’s Tomb.

What was almost lost forever? The discovery of 2,000-year-old burial caves and decorated ossuaries sheds light on ancient Jewish presence while exposing the devastating damage caused by looting.

What does a recent discovery reveal about the Ark? Hidden details within an ancient Babylonian map, uncovered by Dr. Irving Finkel of the British Museum, are now raising new questions.

Beneath the Western Wall lies the path our ancestors once walked to the Temple. Through striking archaeological discoveries, this journey brings their footsteps to life and reveals how Jerusalem’s stones still echo with prayer and longing.

A whispered vow beneath the chuppah led Rebbe Menachem Mendel Kaminitz to Jerusalem, where he founded a modest inn near Jaffa Gate that grew into a renowned hotel, welcoming distinguished guests such as Baron Rothschild and Herzl.

When stolen Jewish headstones were used as building materials in a Polish town, one Catholic cardinal chose to act. This powerful true story follows his effort to restore dignity to the deceased and confront a painful chapter of history.

For centuries, Jews dedicated their finest gold and silver to the Temple, creating vast treasures within its walls. But what became of these sacred riches, and where did they disappear to?

In 1943, a boat ride following a dairy farmers’ convention on the Sea of Galilee ended in disaster, claiming eleven lives. Long buried in silence, this overlooked tragedy reveals painful lessons about responsibility, memory, and the importance of learning from the past.

In a bold twist of fate, Jews who fled persecution in Spain became privateers for the British in Jamaican waters, striking Spanish ships across the Caribbean and seeking justice for the suffering inflicted on their ancestors.

After Joseph Abo’s passing, nothing remained of his riches. What happened stunned the Jewish community and led to a powerful halachic ruling

Discover the true story of the underground escape from Acre Fortress that shocked the British and stirred deep controversy in the Jewish community

When a powerful bishop demands a mezuzah, Rabbi Zalman turns to the Maharil for clarity

A forgotten Roman emperor, his hatred for Jews, and how his paranoia and cruelty led to his brutal end