It’s a peculiar ‘love fest’ numbered among the ‘Christian’ holidays. But its real origin is much earlier than the third-century ‘St. Valentine.’

And other peculiarities about this unusual king of ‘abominations’

A peculiar antediluvian individual we unwittingly reference in everyday language

New study of a land survey tablet reveals the mathematical genius of Babylon—and a link to the biblical patriarch, Abraham?

Evidence for the earliest pagan worship in Genesis?

Chances are you’ve heard of the famous one from Tel Dan—here are two more.

Impossible odds?

What ancient pottery handles reveal about a major Earth disturbance—and an astounding biblical miracle?

The book of Jeremiah contains a remarkable description of what appears to be Christmas trees. How could this be possible—centuries before the birth of Christianity?

Did you know that our modern English alphabet is derived from the same one used by the ancient Israelites? (Part 3)

A treasure trove of seals and small finds discovered close to Jerusalem’s U.S. Embassy

Another major media piece reviews the historicity of King David. We review the conclusions.

If so, what was he doing in the east Sinai outpost of Kuntillet Ajrud?

Could this architectural capital reveal the glory of King David’s palace?

It can change your view of the Bible.

Another archaeological excavation has yielded further proof of Israel’s greatest-ever monarch.

They may not refer to specific biblical individuals—but even generic names help authenticate the account.

The finds that caught our eye