The Lachish Reliefs

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Archaeology | 23 March 2026

“The Weight of Cheats” from the days of the First Temple

The stone weight that was used for trade in Jerusalem about 2700 years ago weighs more than three times the weight indicated on it, and the researchers believe that it was used by merchants who wanted to cheat in the trading process. The phenomenon of cheating in commerce has been known since biblical times, and it stated in several commandments that you are to avoid this act: “You shall do no wrong in judgment, in measures of length or weight or quantity. You shall have just balances, just weights, a just ephah, and a just hin.” (Leviticus 19, 35-36)

Archaeology | 22 March 2026

A rare, 1,300-year-old lead pendant decorated with a menorah symbol was uncovered north to City of David

The excavation has been conducted in recent years by the Israel Antiquities Authority in cooperation with the City of David Foundation and the Company for the Restoration and Development of the Jewish Quarter. The find was discovered in the Davidson Archaeological Park of Jerusalem. Only one other ancient lead pendant bearing the Menorah symbol is known in the world

Tours | 22 March 2026

Experiential Learning: the best lectures on the subject of Jerusalem

The 16th Jerusalem Learning Experience Conference brings together a variety of fascinating conversations about ancient Jerusalem and Jerusalem in general. Here is a small taste of the list of expected topics.

General | 23 March 2026

A new phenomenon: Grooms want “ashes from the Temple” for the huppah

“It was clear to me that on my wedding day I want to be the most connected to this point and to this moment.”

האיזור האישי שלך!

האיזור האישי שלך!

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“The Weight of Cheats” from the days of the First Temple

A rare, 1,300-year-old lead pendant decorated with a menorah symbol was uncovered north to City of David

Experiential Learning: the best lectures on the subject of Jerusalem

A new phenomenon: Grooms want “ashes from the Temple” for the huppah