One of the most turbulent times in Israel’s history—the division of the united kingdom—is confirmed in the archaeological record.

From the biggest of shipwrecks to the smallest of pendants—here’s our list of 2024’s greatest hits in biblical archaeology

Uncovered a decade ago, this exquisite gold object is perhaps the best evidence yet for a Phoenician presence in Jerusalem at the time of Solomon.

You’ve heard of the Dead Sea Scrolls. Have you heard of the Ketef Hinnom Scrolls, which are centuries older and just as extraordinary?

Excavating, publishing and sharing Israel’s biblical history has never been more important.

What it’s like to volunteer on the Ophel excavation

A lesson for us all from the Tel Dan Stele