Ancient synagogue and mosaic unearthed in Galilee
Jul 2, 2012 8:32:14 GMT -5
Post by popcorn on Jul 2, 2012 8:32:14 GMT -5
Ancient synagogue and mosaic unearthed in Galilee
Huqoq discovery dates back 1,500 years; artwork depicts biblical story of Samson
The remains of an ancient synagogue with a striking mosaic floor have been uncovered in northern Israel, the Israel Antiquities Authority said Monday.
The synagogue was uncovered in a dig that ended last week north-west of the Sea of Galilee at the ruins of the town of Huqoq, next to a modern-day kibbutz with the same name. The synagogue dates to between the 4th and 6th centuries C.E., according to the Antiquities Authority. At the time, Jewish life in the land of Israel was largely centered in the north.
www.timesofisrael.com/ancient-synagogue-and-mosaic-unearthed-in-galilee/
Huqoq discovery dates back 1,500 years; artwork depicts biblical story of Samson
The remains of an ancient synagogue with a striking mosaic floor have been uncovered in northern Israel, the Israel Antiquities Authority said Monday.
The synagogue was uncovered in a dig that ended last week north-west of the Sea of Galilee at the ruins of the town of Huqoq, next to a modern-day kibbutz with the same name. The synagogue dates to between the 4th and 6th centuries C.E., according to the Antiquities Authority. At the time, Jewish life in the land of Israel was largely centered in the north.
www.timesofisrael.com/ancient-synagogue-and-mosaic-unearthed-in-galilee/