Comparing the origins and symbols of the Israeli and Palestinian flags—and the insight they give into a continual conflict

An inside look at the character of the extraordinary woman behind the finds

Scientists have discovered an inscription bearing the name of a biblical judge.

Scientists have discovered an inscription bearing the name of a biblical judge.

A 3,500-square-meter excavation area reveals just a slice of an enormous Jerusalem quarry that was in operation while the second temple was still standing.

An update on the Armstrong Institute of Biblical Archaeology

Two bullae shine a light on the accuracy of the biblical account.

Far from it—hidden biblical insight into the early Philistines reveals remarkable corroboration to the historical picture.

Snails, stained pottery and the world’s most sought-after color

In a series of resolutions, UNESCO has threatened the future of archaeological discovery in one of the world’s most important cities.

Strongman of legend—and actual history?

Does the Bible tell us how its historical details and texts were transmitted through the tumults of history?

Did King Solomon build the Ophel gatehouse?

The Temple Mount Sifting Project announces the discovery of yet another bulla (seal impression) from Jerusalem.

The contents of a wooden box reveal a dramatic snapshot of the Maccabean Revolt.

Perspective from the late Dr. Herman Hoeh, an employee of our namesake—one of the theory’s most ardent early supporters

A handful of ancient Hebrew inscriptions verify the existence of a biblical high priest.

A new study of a pithos inscription, found during the 2012 Ophel excavation, concludes that it contained incense from southern Arabia—paralleling the biblical account of the Queen of Sheba’s visit to Jerusalem.

Investigating the people Israel encountered in the Promised Land

New excavations reveal Egyptian army’s presence at Megiddo.

From the Nile to the Ophel: Fragment of a late second millennium B.C.E. letter from Egypt’s pharaoh to Jerusalem’s king

A striking Jerusalem gemstone believed to contain the first depiction of a famous ancient perfume ingredient