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Ancient tekhelet: the Jewish prayer shawl

Sep 15 Blog

What Color Was Tekhelet?

In the Bible, a shade of blue called tekhelet was God’s chosen color for the ancient Israelites. Tekhelet drapes adorned Solomon’s Temple, and tekhelet robes were worn by Israel’s high priests. What was the actual color of ancient tekhelet and tzitzit?

Jul 22 Blog

Does the Past Inform the Present?

By: Nathan Steinmeyer

Editor’s Note: This Bible History Daily article discusses an unprovenanced object. Learn more about the problems associated with objects that lack a secure archaeological context. Archaeological objects are […]

Sep 26 Blog

Is the “Brother of Jesus” Inscription on the James Ossuary a Forgery?

By: Biblical Archaeology Society Staff

Although the famous “brother of Jesus” inscription on the so-called James Ossuary has been authenticated by two world-class paleographers, not everyone is convinced that the inscription is authentic.

Dec 27 Blog

Early Christian Symbol of Jesus Discovered

By: Nathan Steinmeyer

The Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) recently announced an incredible find—the discovery of not one but two ancient shipwrecks off the coast of the ancient port […]

Sep 29 Blog

2,000-year-old Inkwell Found in Khirbet Brakhot

By: Jonathan Laden

A rare intact inkwell was found in a large Second Temple period building. It is a clay cylinder with a round handle. The discovery of […]

Jul 31 Blog

Is This the Face of God?

By: Megan Sauter

What does God look like? In the Bible, the Israelites are charged to not create any idol—whether of a deity or living thing. This prohibition, […]

May 13 Blog

Rare Coin from Bar Kokhba Revolt Discovered in Jerusalem

By: Jonathan Laden

Rare Coin from Bar Kokhba Revolt Discovered in Jerusalem

Apr 22 Blog

Canaanite God Baal Found in Israel

By: Jonathan Laden

Macquarie University has announced the discovery of a “smiting god” figurine of the Canaanite god Baal, two seals, pottery, and a bronze calf figurine at Khirbet […]

Jan 13 Blog

Market along Jerusalem’s Pilgrimage Road Found

By: Jonathan Laden

Archaeologists have found rare 2,000-year-old measurement tools that indicate a major town square. In a rare find, they unearthed the top of a table used […]

Jan 30 Blog

I Am Ashurbanipal at the British Museum

By: Cathleen Chopra-McGowan

I Am Ashurbanipal, featured at the British Museum in London through February 24, 2019, is a magnificent exhibition.

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