Noah’s Ark mosaic uncovered in ancient Galilee synagogue
JERUSALEM (RNS) The mosaic, dating to the fifth century, includes pairs of bears, donkeys, leopards, camels, lions, ostriches and snakes, just as described in the Book of Genesis.
View ArticleArchaeologists find more evidence of Babylonian destruction of Jerusalem
JERUSALEM (RNS) — The results of the excavation, carried out in Jerusalem’s Old City, come days before Tisha B’Av, a fast day commemorating the anniversary of the destruction the First Temple.
View ArticleNoah’s Ark mosaic uncovered in ancient Galilee synagogue
JERUSALEM (RNS) The mosaic, dating to the fifth century, includes pairs of bears, donkeys, leopards, camels, lions, ostriches and snakes, just as described in the Book of Genesis. The post Noah’s Ark...
View ArticleArchaeologists find more evidence of Babylonian destruction of Jerusalem
JERUSALEM (RNS) — The results of the excavation, carried out in Jerusalem’s Old City, come days before Tisha B’Av, a fast day commemorating the anniversary of the destruction the First Temple. The post...
View ArticleDescendants of enslaved people join dig on former Jesuit plantation
(RNS) — Vickie White Nelson, 49, has deep roots in southern Maryland. Her ancestor, Regis Gough, was enslaved there on a plantation owned by Jesuits. The post Descendants of enslaved people join dig on...
View ArticleExcavation of graves begins at site of colonial Black church
(AP) - If human remains are found in the plots that are being targeted, DNA tests and analyses of bones will be conducted, said Jack Gary, Colonial Williamsburg’s director of archaeology. The post...
View ArticleUK archaeologists use metal-detecting hobbyists’ finds to study medieval faith
(RNS) — Archaeologists hope to capitalize on a local fad for metal detecting to examine pilgrimage and personal piety in areas where the written record is thin. The post UK archaeologists use...
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