archaeology

Do Sinai’s ancient ruins hold clues to the Israelites’ journey? Discover a compelling perspective that brings archaeology and Torah together.

Explore fascinating Midrashic teachings that reveal hidden details about the Exodus from Egypt, from the true nature of the plagues to the gradual splitting of the sea and the mysterious survival of Pharaoh

An excerpt from Rabbi Zamir Cohen’s book on Megillat Esther, exploring how history, rabbinic sources, and archaeology shed light on Mordechai, Esther, Vashti, and the Persian court.

Two ancient traditions trace the burial places of Mordechai and Esther to Hamadan and the Galilee. This excerpt from Rabbi Zamir Cohen’s book explores the sources behind both claims and the mystery that remains.

An excerpt from Rabbi Zamir Cohen’s commentary on Megillat Esther, exploring Midrashic testimony and physical evidence of the immense marble columns that once stood in the king’s palaces.

An exploration of the historical and archaeological background of Megillat Esther, revealing how the physical remains of ancient Shushan illuminate key details of the Purim story.

Discovered during construction in Nahariya, a 3,400 year old fortress reveals ancient trade and seafaring life, now preserved beneath a modern residential tower where past and present meet.

An unusual stone structure uncovered on Mount Ebal sparked one of the fiercest debates in Israeli archaeology. Was it Joshua’s biblical altar or something entirely different? The discovery, the evidence, and the controversy that still divides scholars.

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.

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.

Dr. Avi Solomon on Western Wall excavations, Second Temple ruins, and how the stones of Jerusalem tell the story of the destruction

Explore the story of Israel’s enslavement in Egypt, the miracles of the Exodus, and why this defining experience lies at the heart of Jewish faith and identity.