Severus Synagogue: Ancient Roots Near Hot Springs
The Severus Synagogue is located within Hammat Tiberias National Park. It’s dazzling mosaic floor under the synagogue’s ancient stones reveal the wealth of a Jewish community living confidently amid the cultural currents of the Roman and Byzantine worlds.
The Karaites: A Different Expression of Jewish Faith
Karaite Judaism is a community, whose roots reach back more than a millennium. The Karaites are small but deeply devoted, fiercely scriptural, and committed to a hands-on, personal relationship with the Torah.
Beit Alpha Synagogue: A Mosaic Masterpiece Underfoot
Beit Alpha Synagogue, was built in the sixth century and is known mainly for one thing: its stunning, well-preserved mosaic floor.
The Little Western Wall: A Hidden Corner of Jerusalem’s Sacred Past
Though it’s not as well-known or visited as the main Western Wall, the Little Western Wall is modest stretch of ancient stone is a meaningful site for prayer and reflection, that is proximal to the Holy of Holies.
The Synagogue in the Arbel
The discovery of ancient synagogues in the Galilee region of Israel has provided invaluable insights into Jewish life during the Roman and Byzantine periods. Among these significant finds is an ancient synagogue located below the cliffs of Arbel, a site steeped in history and natural beauty.
Beit Shearim National Park
Beit She’arim, located in the southern Galilee is renowned for its extensive rock-cut necropolis, and provides unparalleled insights into Jewish burial customs, artistic expressions, and is a testament to the revival and survival of ancient Judaism under the leadership of Rabbi Judah the Patriarch. The site was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2015.
The Burnt House: A Window into Jerusalem’s Second Temple Era
The Burnt House, a remarkable archaeological site that provides an intimate glimpse into the life of a priestly family during the Second Temple period and stands as a silent witness to the catastrophic events of 70 CE.
Faith and Fragrance: The Story of Ein Gedi’s Synagogue and Balsam Industry
Along the western shore of the Dead Sea in Ein Gedi, lies the remnants of an ancient synagogue know as the Ein Gedi Synagogue that offers a window into a vibrant Jewish community from more than 1,500 years ago.
Lot’s Wife Pillar at the Dead Sea: Salt and Stone
Near the Dead Sea, the formation known as Lot’s Wife Pillar is a natural salt formation traditionally linked to the biblical story of Lot’s wife, who, according to the Book of Genesis, was transformed into a pillar of salt.
Qumran National Park
Qumran is a site of profound historical and religious importance. This area became the stage for one of the greatest archaeological discoveries of the 20th century: the Dead Sea Scrolls.