The dark history of Tisha B'Av in Jewish memory
The customs of mourning on Tisha B’Av are rooted primarily in the destruction of the First and Second Temples. But ...
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Everything you need to know about Tisha B'Av
This day is considered one of the most difficult days in the Jewish calendar, and it includes five afflictions intended ...
2-shekel weight from First Temple era appears in archaeological debris
Weight dating back 2,700 years was used by men and women in ancient Jerusalem before the advent of silver coinage.
From beer to NASA: The top 5 archaeological moments of the decade
From entire ancient cities to tiny fragments of artifacts that solve years-old puzzles, Israel's archaeology scene is hotter (and dustier) ...