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Longest Greek Papyrus Found in Judean Desert Reveals Roman Corruption Case Prior to Bar Kokhba Revolt

A nearly 2,000-year-old Greek papyrus uncovered in the Judean Desert has revealed a fascinating corruption trial in the Roman Empire, shedding new light on legal practices and Jewish history. The document, the longest of its kind found in the region, details a criminal case involving two men, Gadalias and Saulos, accused of sophisticated tax fraud, including forged slave sales to evade Roman taxes. Discovered in 2014 by Professor Hannah Cotton-Paltiel, the papyrus offers a rare glimpse into Roman judicial proceedings on the eve of the Bar Kokhba revolt, providing valuable insight into the complexities of Roman law in the provinces.

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Byzantine-Era Monastery with Unique Greek Mosaic Discovered in Southern Israel

A 1,500-year-old Byzantine-era monastery has been discovered in southern Israel, featuring a remarkable mosaic with an ancient Greek inscription from the Book of Deuteronomy. Uncovered near Kiryat Gat, the site reveals the region’s rich historical significance and includes vibrant images and structures dating back to the Roman and Byzantine periods.

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Ancient Megiddo Mosaic Embarks on Journey to Washington Museum

The discovery of a rare 3rd-century mosaic in Israel’s Megiddo Prison in 2005 has sparked a debate about its future. Now, the mosaic, believed to be part of one of the earliest Christian prayer houses, will journey to the Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C. for a three-month exhibition before returning to Israel for permanent display.

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Incredible Discovery: Ancient Ring Featuring Greek Goddess Athena Unearthed by Teen in Israel

A remarkable archaeological find occurred when 13-year-old Yair Whitestone stumbled upon an ancient ring while hiking with his father on Mount Khirbet Shalala, near Haifa, Israel. Experts determined that the ring, which dates back nearly 2000 years, features a depiction of the Greek goddess Athena

Byzantine Time Travel: Ancient Bird Mosaic & Greek Sigma-Shaped Treasure Unearthed

Byzantine Time Travel: Ancient Bird Mosaic and Greek Sigma-Shaped Treasure Unearthed

In Caesarea, a coastal city in Israel known for its rich historical and archaeological significance, a remarkable discovery was unearthed, revealing a stunning mosaic depicting birds and animals and the only sigma-shaped glass-gold table of its kind ever found in the world, shedding light on the opulent lifestyle of Byzantine Caesarea.

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1,400 Year Old Amethyst Ring Found in Israel Thought to Be the Result of Ancient Greek Superstition

A 1,400 year old amethyst ring found by archeologists was most probably worn by a wealthy wine taster in an attempt to ward off a hangover – a myth that originated in Greece and was widely shared in the ancient world.

Written in Greek by two scribes, it dates from the period of the Bar Kokhba revolt, almost 1,900 years ago, when Jewish rebels fled with their families and hid from the Romans in the caves.

New Dead Sea scroll fragments written in Greek found in Israel

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In a stunningly rare discovery, dozens of 2,000-year-old biblical scroll fragments have been excavated from Judean Desert caves during a daring rescue operation. Most of the newly discovered scroll fragments — the first such finds in 60 years — are Greek translations of the books of Zechariah and Nahum from the Book of the Twelve Minor Prophets, and are written in two scribal hands. Only the name of God is written in Hebrew in the texts.