Welcome back, once again, to our virtual tour of Israel. Last week we began an exciting trek through history that eventually led us through the gates of time to the top of Har Megiddo. Today we will take a look at some of the interesting excavations that have left their mark on archaeology for nearly […]
Dan’s Sordid Past (Part 1) Today, on our virtual tour of Israel, we will travel north up the “Finger of the Galilee” to one of the most beautiful spots in all of Israel; the Dan Nature Reserve. The natural beauty, the rushing stream, the scenic walking trail through the woods and into the ancient city, […]
The history of the old and new can be seen in Bethsaida, ruins of what was once a place of profound teachings mentioned many times in the New Testament.
Archaeology allows us to step back in time to get a glimpse of what it was like when Biblical
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A beautiful 2,200 year-old earring was found in the City of David excavations in Jerusalem, dating back to the Hellenistic era.
“Break forth together into singing, you ruins of Jerusalem; for the Lord has comforted his people and he has redeemed Jerusalem. The Lord has bared his holy arm in the eyes of all the nations, and all the ends of the earth will see the salvation of our God.” Isaiah 52:9-10 The Redemption of Zion has been spoken […]
By: United with Israel Staff (pic: Coin celebrating the redemption of Zion -City of David Archive photo) The Land of Israel constantly reveals hidden treasures, testifying to its rich history and the Jewish people’s deep and long-lasting ties to the land. This time, the discoveries have a seasonal significance as well. A rare bronze coin […]
Israel has 4000 years of expereince in water innovation. This can be seen from ancient water systems to todays technological start-ups.
Carpeting Europe’s verdant landscape are majestic castles alluring tourists by their magnitude, splendor and history. South African TV viewers of the 2017 Tour de France would have noticed some of these impressive castles, fortresses and splendid Chateaus along the route watching out for their cycling compatriots – Janse van Rensberg, Jaco Venter and Louis Meintjies. […]
By Beryl Ratzer* Appearing in the Book of Revelation, Megiddo is the setting for a future battle between the forces of good and evil. For archaeologists, it is perhaps the most important site in Israel dating from biblical times. For visitors to Israel from South Africa, particularly first-time visitors, Megiddo is usually on the “must see” list. […]
By Berl Ratzer* Masada is one of the many UNESCO World Heritage sites in Israel and the most visited National Park and historical site. Many millennia of erosion have separated it from the rest of the ridge overlooking the Dead Sea leaving it to stand alone, majestic and imposing. Masada is not a tel (In archaeology […]