Archaeological research in Israel has provided fascinating insight into biblical accounts of ancient Jewish history, including King David's capture of Jerusalem.
On a tiny hilltop in the middle of the Elah Valley, near the city of Beit Shemesh, an ancient city was uncovered, with features and details that seem to match the biblical account of the region. Whether this discovery provides physical evidence of the existence of a Davidic stronghold in the Elah Valley is the... Read more »
Exploring the ruins of the City of David, where the archaeology matches the biblical text, there can be no doubt about the vibrant Jewish history of Jerusalem.
King David writes, “The Mountains surround Jerusalem, just as God surrounds His people” (Psalms 125), and it seems likely that the Jewish monarch was looking at the Mount of Olives as he wrote this.
Include Ein Gedi, a breathtaking oasis in the desert, in your next trip to Israel to explore many secrets, biblical sources and incredible wildlife and views.
When you dance in front of God, when you dance in honor of God, and when you dance in honor of the Torah – there are no protocols or formalities. We are all equal.
A rare stone seal that is believed to date back to the periods of King David and Solomon in the 10th century BCE was recently uncovered by a 10-year-old Russian boy and deciphered by experts.
In 1967, Israel successfully reunited Jerusalem, the eternal capital of the Jewish people, and once again, Jaffa Gate was in Jewish hands along with the other gates of the Old City.
Baseless hatred is a serious sin. Ensuring that we, personally, are at peace with our fellows does not suffice. We must also actively promote peace among others.
"We see ourselves not as individuals, but on a mission connecting young people to their Jewish roots," says Rabbi Simcha Hochbaum, who educates the public about the significance of the Jewish city of Hebron.
A rare archaeological find offers fresh insight into the biblical era of King David, as recorded in Scripture, and ancient Jewish history in the Land of Israel.
All of the buildings, including the windmill, of Mishkenot Sha’ananim remain standing today. It is a grand testimony to the growth and restoration of Jerusalem.
Archaeologists discovered 3000-year-old artifacts in the Valley of Elah, where David slew Goliath, shedding light on Jewish life based on devotion to God.