First Temple-era discovery at Tel Lachish
Dig reveals ruins of a biblical city from the reign of King Hezkiyahu.
This site "Temple Gate" was revealed in a historic archaeological dig, giving a window into life during the First Second Temple Period. The site is described in the second book of Kings and confirms testimonies regarding King Hezkiyahu, credited for forbidding idol worship.
The dig was conducted between January and March by Israel Antiques Authority, an initiative of the Jerusalem Heritage Center and in corporation with the Jerusalem Parks society. The southern part of was discovered tens of years ago by a British delegation and then, later, by a delegation from the University of Tel Aviv. The current excavation uncovered the entire city. This excavation reveals the largest gate known in Israel from the First Temple Period.
http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/218442
Dig reveals ruins of a biblical city from the reign of King Hezkiyahu.
This site "Temple Gate" was revealed in a historic archaeological dig, giving a window into life during the First Second Temple Period. The site is described in the second book of Kings and confirms testimonies regarding King Hezkiyahu, credited for forbidding idol worship.
The dig was conducted between January and March by Israel Antiques Authority, an initiative of the Jerusalem Heritage Center and in corporation with the Jerusalem Parks society. The southern part of was discovered tens of years ago by a British delegation and then, later, by a delegation from the University of Tel Aviv. The current excavation uncovered the entire city. This excavation reveals the largest gate known in Israel from the First Temple Period.
http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/218442