New discoveries may provide insight into the cultic practices of biblical ‘soothsayers.’

Genetics reveal early man’s ‘promiscuity’—just as the Bible confirms.

Originally thought to have been imported, an ingenious method of analysis reveals a high-quality alabaster originating in ancient Israel.

Some colorful highlights from the inaugural “International Academic Conference on New Studies in Temple Mount Research”

A new study shows that this grand gate’s layers were constructed by one king—Nebuchadnezzar II—not long after he destroyed Jerusalem.

Dr. Eilat Mazar completes an archaeological journey spanning almost two centuries.

Recent underwater excavations off the coast of Tel Dor give insight into the impact of political change on maritime trade during the kingdom of Israel.

Against the backdrop of biblical history and archaeological discovery lies a theological conundrum—and a fascinating solution.

Excavation update

Evidence of the final moments of Jewish rule in Jerusalem

The unusual species that once roamed ancient Israel

A peculiar biblical personality and a peculiar Egyptian princess

Archaeologists have uncovered evidence of nuclear-level devastation at an ancient site near the Dead Sea. But is it in the right place, at the right time? Is it Sodom?

Dinosaurs, the Ice Age, cavemen: Is the biblical timeline really at odds with scientific discoveries?

Is this classic account of creation limited only to Genesis?

Do these represent parallels of some of the earliest biblical themes?

2,500 years after his reign, a handful of archaeological discoveries bring this biblical governor of Samaria back to life.

The original parents’ attempt at modesty—and a fascinating archaeobotanical connection to this earliest of biblical accounts

Twenty-five hundred years after his reign, a handful of archaeological discoveries bring this biblical governor of Samaria back to life.

A story of ‘a place and a name’ on Israel’s northernmost border

A doggedly consistent theme among the classical accounts—and an interesting biblical (and archaeological) parallel

What it’s like to volunteer on the Ophel excavation

Anticipation—and some skepticism—in awaiting publication of the latest findings, as heralded by a recent Expedition Bible episode

He’s popularly identified as such by early Exodus proponents using a high chronology. Does the low chronology undermine the identification?