Temple Mount

With hopeful hearts, the Jewish people put their dreams into action: digging foundations and laying a cornerstone. On May 19th, during joyous song, praise, and dance, work began to rebuild the Temple.

The construction style described by the prophets—"three rows of hewn stone and a row of cedar beams"—was not understood until ruins from that era were unearthed. Recently, new findings emerged in Dan, in a site linked to the Golden Calf from Solomon's Temple era.

Nehemiah ben Hushiel embarked on an ambitious project to build a synagogue on the Temple Mount. Assisted by Jews from across Israel, he set out to construct the Third Temple. But did his vision materialize?

On this day, the 17th of Av, 90 years ago, the 1929 uprisings began, marking the start of the Jewish-Arab conflict over the Land of Israel.

Discover the artistry beneath the Second Temple with luxurious marble and stone tiles restored to their ancient splendor.

The seal was discovered in archaeological excavations near the Temple Mount. Alongside it, 33 other seals were found, some bearing Hebrew inscriptions. This is a significant find, as a seal impression of a king of Israel or Judah has never been found before.

Did the massive stone at the Western Wall require lifting, or was it simply rolled into place? And what purpose did this mammoth serve on the Temple Mount?