The square box, measuring 30 × 30 cm and crafted from soft limestone, features nine equal-sized compartments inside.

'For the children of Naphtali… Migdal-el, Horem, and Beth-‘anath and Beth-shemesh; nineteen cities with their villages' (Joshua 19: 32-38)

The Jewish house of worship was part of the ancient Greek city of Phanagoria.

'This is a direct voice from the past, from the period when the Jewish leadership salvaged the remaining fragments from the fall of the Temple, went into exile in Yavne, and set about re-establishing the Jewish people there.'

Israeli authorities thwarted illegal Arab construction that almost destroyed a structure belonging to the hero of Hanukah's ancestors.

A 2,000-year-old ring was uncovered in archaeological excavations in the City of David National Park in Jerusalem, dating back to the Second Temple period.

The Land of Israel constantly reveals hidden treasures, testifying to its rich history and the Jewish People's deep and long-lasting ties to its land.

An archaeological excavation provides more evidence of vibrant Jewish life in ancient Israel and to the Jewish revolt against the Romans in the Hasmonean era.

The Second Temple model at the Israel Museum is a fascinating creation well worth seeing. It is situated near the Knesset, the Supreme Court, the Bible Lands Museum and other interesting sites.

Highly significant wall paintings and pottery reveal a glimpse into life in the ancient Jewish world. You won't want to miss seeing this!

Is Chanukah unique because we eat potato pancakes and jelly donuts and play with dreidels (spinning tops)? You may be surprised to learn that this time our enemies didn't actually want to kill us...