The Mediterranean World of Bible Archaeology

Mediterranean Archaeology Photo Sites 

Holy Land Photos.org

Archaeological Info as well as astounding Photos - by Dr. C Rasmussen, Professor of Biblical Studies at Bethel College MN, formerly Dean of the Institute of Holy Land Studies in Jerusalem. A really well-organised site with over 2800 photos: THE BEST.

BiblePlaces.com

Photographs and descriptions of biblical and archaeological sites in Israel, Jordan, Egypt, Turkey and Greece

Israel Photos III

A collection of photographs from Israel with descriptions of scenes and sites pertinent to the study of Christianity.

Excavations in Progress - Israel General 

Index of Archaeological Sites in Israel

Maintained by the Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs, this is a very exhaustive listing, with an excellent summary of information and some photos for each of the sites listed.

The Zeitah Excavations - Archaeology at Tel Zayit

Under Director Ron E. Tappy, the archaeological dig at the ancient biblical town of Zeitah, southwest of Jerusalem, is uncovering history of the Late Bronze Age and Iron Age.

Excavations at Tell en-Nasbeh: Biblical Mizpah of Benjamin

Professor Jeffrey R. Zorn's Research Site including bibliography, site plan and video clips.

Yavneh-Yam - the Excavation of Jamnea

From 1992 Yavneh-Yam (Jamnea) has been excavated by the Institute of Archaeology, Tel Aviv University, exploring the physical and social background of different ethnic and religious groups who lived there, including Greeks, Phoenicians, Jews, Christians, Pagans, Samaritans, and Muslims.

The Beth Shean Valley Archaeologists Discover "Land of Milk & Honey"

Amihai Mazar, a Professor of Archaeology at the Hebrew University, revealed that the first apiary (beehive colony) dating from the Biblical period has been found in excavations he directed this summer at Tel Rehov in Israel's Bet She'an Valley.

The Hazor Excavations Project

Tel el-Qedah was first identified with biblical Hazor by J.L. Porter in 1875. Large-scale excavations were conducted at Hazor in 1955-58, and 1968-69 by a team led by the late Yigael Yadin on behalf of the Hebrew University. The 15 areas excavated revealed 21 superimposed cities containing a wealth of relics from biblical Hazor, including temples, fortifications and a huge water system.

The "Goliath Inscription" from Gath

Tell es-Safi is a large site in Central Israel about half way between Jerusalem and Ashkelon. It is identified as biblical "Gath of the Philistines," one of the major Philistine cities. In 2005, in a well-defined context dating to the 10th or early 9th century BCE, a sherd with a short inscription was found. Read the very interesting commentary here...

Akeldama Tomb System

Records of the discovery of a large burial complex hewn into the rock near the Silwan village close to Jerusalem. The three large caves proved to be part of an extensive Jewish burial ground in use at the end of the Second Temple period, which terminated in the year 70 CE.

Reclaiming Biblical Jerusalem - David's Palace

Jewish World reports, "The world of archeology is rocked by evidence of King David's Palace unearthed in Jerusalem."

Archaeologist Claims Discovery of King David's Palace

The discovery is likely to be a new salvo in a major dispute in biblical archaeology: whether the Kingdom of David was of some historical magnitude, or whether the kings were more like small tribal chieftains, reigning over another dusty hilltop....

Mt Ebel and the Excavation of Joshua's Altar

Article from the Smithsonian Institution's monthly general interest magazine, reporting on a dangerous archaeological mission on the West Bank.

Pool of Siloam Jerusalem 

The Pool of Siloam Revealed (BiblePlaces.com)

Report from 2005 of excavations that uncovered the biblical Pool of Siloam, by Todd Bolen who took part. Excellent photos and update.

Follow-up on the Pool of Siloam

Blog entry that updates the article - scroll down the page a little.

Pool of Siloam and David's Palace

The Pool of Siloam, considered a metaphor in John's Gospel by some New Testament scholars, was in fact a huge basin at the lowest point in the city of Jerusalem. Recent excavations have uncovered two corners and one side of the pool that stretched for half the length of a football field.

Pool of Siloam Uncovered

..This report reveals that ancient Jerusalem was much bigger than the NY Times' expert suggested - and that far from being an insignificant little piece of land, it was a real home and holy city for the Jews, for the Pool of Siloam was "old" when Jesus visited it - and it connected to the Temple Mount.

Holy Land Photos - Pool of Siloam

Over 20 photos of excavations at the Pool of Siloam.

Noah's Ark 

Resources on this fascinating subject.

Agri, Mt.Ararat, Noah's Ark, Turkey-Adiyaman

Everything about Agri, Turkey and its environment. Agri is in Eastern Anatolia, Turkey. Specific information and more...

Search for Noah's Ark

Detailed article by Kelly L Segraves about the finding in Turkey of what is supposed to be the imprint of Noah's Ark on the slopes of Mt Ararat.

A Site for Research on Noah's Ark and Naxuan

Informative article about the location and nature of the Noah's Ark imprint, some artefacts found nearby, and the ancient city of Naxuan, on and near the slopes of Mt Ararat.

Noah's Ark Rediscovered

Noah's Ark Rediscovered. There is some unconfirmed information on this site, but much of it has been confirmed and is supported by photographs.

Noah's Ark Discovered in Iran?

A boat-shaped rock formation found on an Iranian mountain could be the petrified remains of Noah's Ark, says to a group of Christian archaeologists: this story made National Geographic Top 10 in 2006. But....

Excavations in Progress - Yemen 

Arabian desert Surrenders Queen of Sheba's Secrets

University of Calgary archaeology professor Dr. Bill Glanzman heads up a team excavating the Temple of the Moon God buried under the sands of Northern Yemen, described by the professor as "The largest and one of the most important pre-Islamic sanctuary sites in Arabia".

Queen of Sheba in Yemen

Viewzone Magazine offers a look at the Queen of Sheba temple discoveries in Yemen, with photographs and further information.

Excavations in Progress - Jordan 

The Great Temple at Petra

Brown University professor Martha Sharp Joukowsky is at present directing the archaeological excavations of the Great Temple at Petra, Jordan. Although the excavation is funded by Brown University as part of its programs, this is an international effort.

Petra - Myth and Reality

Harrison Ford finally found the Holy Grail inside the Khaznat al-Faron at Petra, at the climax of the film Indiana Jones and the last Crusade, a new myth was born. But Ford, and his scriptwriters, were only following in a long line of ...

Excavations in Progress - Syria 

University of Chicago Press Release

University of Chicago-Syrian team finds first evidence of warfare at Hamoukar in ancient Mesopotamia, around 3500 BC.

Archaeological Importance of Hamoukar

Hamoukar, an ancient settlement from approx. 4000 BCE in northeastern Syria, between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, is now considered by some archaeologists to be among the world's earliest cities...

Volunteer for a Dig 

Biblical Archaeology Society | findadig.com

More than thirty archaeological digs throughout Europe and the Middle East are looking for volunteers this summer to help them excavate history. Go here to find out more.

Map of Sites

Map of sites looking for Volunteers in 2008. These sites cover a large area of the Mediterranean.