An ancient treasure trove of silver coins dating back 2,200 years found in a desert cave in Israel could add crucial new evidence to support a story of Jewish rebellion, archaeologists said Tuesday.
An ancient treasure trove of silver coins dating back 2,200 years found in a desert cave in Israel could add crucial new evidence to support a story of Jewish rebellion, archaeologists said Tuesday.
Some 2,200 years after the Maccabees’ revolt, historians and archaeologists are uncovering new information about their era. NEW YORK (JTA) — Some 2,200 years after the Maccabees’ revolt, historians ...
Every year, Jews around the world celebrate Hanukkah, or the Festival of Lights. According to the Talmud, the tradition dates back to the Maccabean Revolt (167 to 160 B.C.E.), in which Jewish rebels ...
MODI'IN, Israel, Sept. 21 (UPI) --Researchers with the Israel Antiquities Authority have uncovered an ancient mausoleum they think may be the Tomb of the Maccabees. For decades, excavators have been ...
Some 2,200 years after the Maccabees’ revolt, historians and archaeologists are uncovering new information about their era. This year’s biggest discovery is a correspondence between Seleukes IV, whose ...