The document, dated to the late seventh or early sixth century BCE, is written in ancient Hebrew script on papyrus, and probably originated in the Judean Desert caves.

In Israel, people who are out and about regularly stumble upon, come across or even just lean on what turn out to be ancient treasures.

Thanks to researchers at Ben-Gurion University, a major mystery is on the way to being solved.

Text from recently unearthed fragments of a biblical scroll gives us valuable historical insights.

Teams of diggers rappelled down a dangerous mountain cliff to find dozens of fragments of a 2,000-year-old biblical scroll and more.

By characterizing the genetic relationships between different scroll fragments, the researchers were able to discern important historical connections.

A scientific investigation funded by the Museum of the Bible confirmed that all 16 fragments of the Dead Sea Scrolls on display at a Washington, D.C. museum are forgeries.

The Dead Sea Scrolls continue to provide amazing information about what life was like in Israel thousands of years ago.

The Dead Sea Scrolls remain the holy grail of Israeli antiquities and archaeological teams near the famous caves where the scrolls were found are on the hunt for additional scrolls.

These ancient manuscripts point to the Jewish people's deep roots in their ancient homeland, the Land of Israel.

Israeli researchers are using futuristic NASA imaging technology to look into the past.

People in Denver are very excited about an exhibit of ancient artifacts from Israel, including two Dead Sea Scrolls shown to the public for the first time.

Researchers at Haifa University deciphered one of the Dead Sea Scrolls, a feat that has eluded scholars for decades.

Germany denies Israel’s ownership of the Dead Sea Scrolls, apparently siding with the Palestinian attempt to steal Israel's history and heritage. 

In one of the most exciting archaeological discoveries in the last 60 years, archeologists have found more evidence surrounding the famous Dead Sea Scrolls.

Let the anti-Semites talk among themselves. Let their rhetoric soar, together with the UN.

The upcoming expedition will be the first large-scale archaeological survey of the area since Operation Scroll in 1993.

As part of their continued effort to rewrite history and deny the Jewish people's undeniable connection to the land of Israel, the Palestinians are now aiming to claim the Dead Sea Scrolls as their own.

What is one of the most interesting sites in Jerusalem that is also comfortable for all weather, all ages and walking abilities? The Israel Museum!

This is the first time researchers have been able to read the text of an ancient scroll without having to physically open it and this scroll proves the version of the Hebrew Bible used today is identical to the one from 2,000 years ago.

Cutting-edge modern technology will assist in solving a decades-old puzzle involving the famous millennia-old Dead Sea Scroll documents.

Come and experience the ancient caves and magnificent area where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered in this stunning flyover video.

Scientists used advanced technology to unravel a decades-old mystery, managing to unlock an amazing archaeological treasure discovered in the ancient synagogue of Ein Gedi.

This video shows the remains of a 1500-year old scroll that was discovered in Ein Gedi in 1970 and is now being read for the first time.

In this breathtaking video, filmmaker Amir Aloni takes us on a journey exploring the famous Qumran Caves, where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found.

In this breathtaking video, filmmaker Amir Aloni takes us on a journey exploring the famous Qumran Caves, where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found.

In a dramatic operation on the cliffs of the Judean Desert, antiquities robbers were caught in action while trying to steal rare artifacts.