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

Recognizing the “holy bridge between East and West”

An examination of the inscribed texts as they parallel the inspired Scripture

One of the most important archaeological discoveries in Jerusalem is the Ophel Gatehouse, uncovered by the late Dr. Eilat Mazar. On today’s program, host Brent Nagtegaal takes you on a tour of the gatehouse and discusses its 10th-century B.C.E. dating.

This is the season when journalists in various fields rush to post their recaps of the year’s most important events.

Coronavirus lockdowns once again interrupted archaeological excavations in Israel in 2021, but it didn’t prevent the discovery of some marvelous artifacts and revelations. Here’s our selection of the top finds of 2021, in ascending order of significance.

Another future archaeological find in Jerusalem you should stay tuned for

Has the site of Joshua’s altar been discovered?

Analyzing the blueprint of the quintessential Israelite home reveals so much about this crucial kingdom

A Hebrew ostracon provides proof of the enigmatic region of Ophir.

Evidence against the existence of kosher laws? Hardly; rather, a fascinating parallel to a contemporary Bible passage

A look at the meeting point of archaeology and the Bible during the time of Judah’s powerful governor.

Bible translations and commentaries mis-transliterated it—then wondered why they couldn’t understand it. Enter the “dean of biblical archaeologists” ….

New evidence of Persian-period administration in the Jerusalem of Ezra and Nehemiah

The discovery of the oldest apiary in the world adds depth to the biblical account of the Promised Land.

Our take on the top discoveries in 2023

Hittites in second millennium b.c.e. Anatolia there were—but Hittites in second millennium b.c.e. Canaan?

The archaeological record of seal stamps in ancient Israel matches closely with the biblical record of their use.

A journey of three seal stamps, of twisted floors and belligerent Ammonites, from seventh-century b.c.e. Edom all the way to the 20th-century antiquities market

And the latest unfounded attack against using the Bible in archaeology.