Jerusalem

About 300 years ago, a letter from Constantinople reached Jerusalem, detailing fashion do's and don'ts for Jews. What prompted this letter and who was behind it?

How did Rabbi Akiva know about a centuries-old tunnel beneath the graves, and what was its purpose? Discover the details.

Join tour guide Osher Nedivi on a journey through Jaffa Gate, one of the monumental entries in Jerusalem's ancient wall, built by the Ottomans 500 years ago.

Explore the sacred history, structure, and spiritual power of Judaism’s most enduring monument

As Jerusalem welcomes world leaders today, explore 10 captivating ancient texts about the city's future as a global beacon.

Rabbi Yaakov Yosef, the son of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef, was a scholar, teacher, and public servant who left behind a legacy of Torah and clarity

A unique pure gold bead, over 1,600 years old, was found along the Pilgrims' Path in the City of David: "It's these personal, everyday items that connect us, so intimately, to individuals from the past."

A mysterious rock-carved handprint was found during excavations on Sultan Suleiman Street in Jerusalem. Researchers are puzzled: Does the handprint symbolize something?

Today, cleanliness in cities is taken for granted, but in the past, there were no laws prohibiting people from dumping waste and garbage. The Sages fixed this 2,000 years ago

For 30 years, Rabbi Menachem Makover has dedicated himself to raising awareness about the Temple's construction, believing that increasing knowledge about it strengthens our connection. During the Three Weeks, he encourages everyone to learn more, with a special tip for children.

An inscribed stone tablet from 3,500 years ago has been uncovered in the City of David, revealing tensions in ancient Jerusalem before the First Temple's destruction.

New sections of a 2,000-year-old water supply system in Jerusalem have been discovered, revealing a historical marvel beneath the city.

In a 500-year-old building, the Museum of the Old Yishuv Court is located in the Old City. In an engaging conversation, curator Ora Pikel Tzabari tells of the poverty in Jerusalem, the Jordanian captivity, and the continuous aliyah. Jerusalem, then and forever.

What significant role did the young Palestinian generation play across Jerusalem? You might be shocked to hear about the recent lecture topic at Hebrew University.

Police found numerous ancient coins from various periods in an East Jerusalem resident's home. The suspect is in custody, and the discovery is under investigation in coordination with the Israel Antiquities Authority.

The stunning seal, originally used as a ring, is crafted from purple-hued amethyst. It showcases a bird alongside a branch, possibly depicting the elusive balsam plant used in Temple incense.

A rare First Temple-era toilet was discovered in an ancient royal estate at the Armon Hanatziv promenade in Jerusalem. Only about ten such toilets from this period are known to exist, making it a significant find.

A massive quarry dating back to the Second Temple era, featuring exceptionally large building stones, has been uncovered in Jerusalem's Har Hotzvim. This discovery sheds light on the ancient processes of stone extraction used in Jerusalem's extensive construction projects.

How does one respond to a 7 million shekel loss, and what are the ingredients of the cake that took the internet by storm? Watch your favorite videos and articles from this week.

In a remarkable archaeological excavation at the City of David, the missing segment of Jerusalem's wall that faced the Babylonian siege 2,600 years ago has been uncovered.