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    Discovering the Biblical city of Libnah

    Archaeology is no longer just for archaeologists; a Bar Ilan University initiative is leading experts and volunteers on the excavation of the Biblical city of Libnah, or Tel Burna as it is known today. Take a look at what they found.

  • peopleexcavation
    Archaeologists and volunteers lay down around the structures they discovered in Libnah.
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    Skyview Photography Ltd
  • stamp
    A handle stamped with a seal consistent with the kingdom of Judah.
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    Itzhaq Shai
  • excavating
    Volunteers enjoy getting their hands dirty by helping to excavate the Tel Burna site.
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    Itzhaq Shai
  • decanter
    Studying a decanter found at the Tel Burna site.
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    Itzhaq Shai
  • statue
    A statue, possibly an idol, found at the Tel Burna site.
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    Itzhaq Shai
  • jars
    Very unique triplet vessels that were possibly used for cult-like rituals.
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    Itzhaq Shai
  • ladybruna
    An excavator holding a "Lady of Burna" statue.
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    Itzhaq Shai
  • libnahbyself
    An aerial view of the entire Tel Burna excavation site.
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  • mask
    Part of a clay mask found at the Tel Burna site.
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    Itzhaq Shai
  • scarab
    An artifact depicting a scarab found at the Tel Burna site.
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    Itzhaq Shai
  • Published
    10 Images

    Discovering the Biblical city of Libnah

    Archaeology is no longer just for archaeologists; a Bar Ilan University initiative is leading experts and volunteers on the excavation of the Biblical city of Libnah, or Tel Burna as it is known today. Take a look at what they found.

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  • Discovering the Biblical city of Libnah
  • peopleexcavation
  • stamp
  • excavating
  • decanter
  • statue
  • jars
  • ladybruna
  • libnahbyself
  • mask
  • scarab