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Khallat Abu ḤAlaḥ: The Ceramic Assemblage, Neer Lect Ben Ami
Khallat Abu ḤAlaḥ: The Ceramic Assemblage, Neer Lect Ben Ami
Qadum: Journal of Excavation Reports from Israel
This report details the ceramic assemblage recovered from excavations at Khallat Abu Ḥalaḥ. The pottery spans from the first to the tenth centuries CE, with the majority dating to the Late Roman and Byzantine periods. The assemblage includes various vessel types, mostly from unstratified contexts. The pottery indicates strong commercial ties with other Southern Levantine coastal and inland sites. The variety of finds suggests the site was a domestic structure, possibly a farmstead, within the economic sphere of Byzantine Caesarea.
Between Sde Boker And Mitzpe Ramon: Passing Bays, Highway 40, A-10140/2025, Nofar Lary
Between Sde Boker And Mitzpe Ramon: Passing Bays, Highway 40, A-10140/2025, Nofar Lary
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In September 2025, a trial excavation was conducted on Highway 40 (Permit No. A-10140; map ref. 174894-9185/518274-31301; Fig. 1), within preparation for the construction of passing bays. The excavation, conducted on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and funded by Netivei Israel, was directed by N. Lary, with the assistance of T. Sapir (photography, field director), Y. Alamor (administration), A. Montagu (GPS, plans, and model), D. Varga (pottery), D. Degen-Eisenberg (consultant), S. Talis, G. Seriy, I. Radashkovsky, and A. Fraiberg (Southern District), along with laborers under contractual employment.
Tiberias: Glass Finds And Production Debris, Yael Gorin-Rosen
Tiberias: Glass Finds And Production Debris, Yael Gorin-Rosen
Qadum: Journal of Excavation Reports from Israel
Around 300 glass fragments, along with glass industry waste, were found in the Tiberias excavation. About half were diagnostic and represented several periods: Early Roman, Late Roman to early Byzantine, Byzantine to late Byzantine and Early Islamic. Nine vessels and a stirring rod are illustrated and discussed, while others are mentioned in the text. The glass artifacts discovered during the excavation correspond to well-known types from Tiberias and its surrounding areas, as well as from a broader distribution. Most were likely produced locally, as evidenced by workshop debris found in this and other excavations in Tiberias, and supported by written …
An Early Byzantine Ecclesiastical Complex At Ashdod-Yam: Correlating Geophysical Prospection With Excavated Remains, Yaniv Darvasi, Alexander Fantalkin, Paul Brindza, Amotz Agnon
An Early Byzantine Ecclesiastical Complex At Ashdod-Yam: Correlating Geophysical Prospection With Excavated Remains, Yaniv Darvasi, Alexander Fantalkin, Paul Brindza, Amotz Agnon
Physics Faculty Publications
In this study we show the successful deployment of Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) together with Electrical Resistivity Surveys (ERS) in guiding the archeological excavations at Ashdod-Yam (southern coast of Israel). This approach enabled the precise identification of excavation targets relating to an Early Byzantine ecclesiastical complex located in a residential neighborhood of the modern city of Ashdod. Applied over the course of five years, the combined use of GPR and ERS, interspersed with phases of archeological excavation, not only facilitated an efficient exploration but also ensured the preservation of valuable historical structures. The geophysical data, corroborated by drone images of …
Ha-Tayassim Road, Tel Aviv, A-3764/2002, A-4683/2003, Yoav Arbel
Ha-Tayassim Road, Tel Aviv, A-3764/2002, A-4683/2003, Yoav Arbel
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In 2002 and 2003, excavations were conducted at a 5.5 dunams plot between Ha-Tayassim Road and Tslilei Hanina Street (Permit Nos. A-3764, A-4683; map ref. 182517-58/661650-81), under the direction of Giora Parnos. The site is located on a natural hill approximately 30 meters above sea level, on the third kurkar ridge of the central coastal plain. It is surrounded by fertile soil and lies near the main road connecting Jaffa and Jerusalem.
Kefar Gevirol A-1714/1990, Eran Shavit
Kefar Gevirol A-1714/1990, Eran Shavit
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In August 1990, a salvage excavation was conducted at Kefar Gevirol (map. ref. 1790/6445) under the direction of E. Shavit, following the discovery of architectural remains during construction activities. Several rooms belonging to a building dated to the Byzantine period were uncovered.
Jerusalem, Nahal Raqafot (Bayit Ve-Gan Neighborhood) A-593/1975, Amos Kloner, Yosef Gat
Jerusalem, Nahal Raqafot (Bayit Ve-Gan Neighborhood) A-593/1975, Amos Kloner, Yosef Gat
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In December 1975 and early 1976, an excavation was conducted in Jerusalem at Naḥal Raqafot (Bayit ve-Gan neighborhood; map ref. 21829/62980), under the direction of A. Kloner and Y. Gat. The excavation was undertaken following the discovery of a cave during preparations for the construction of a college. The cave, which was damaged during the development works, comprised a single chamber.
Jerusalem, Giv’At Shapira A-551/1975, Renee Sivan
Jerusalem, Giv’At Shapira A-551/1975, Renee Sivan
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In 1975, an excavation was conducted in the neighborhood of Giv’at Shapira in Jerusalem (map ref. 2229/6347). Three burial caves were exposed.
Ma’Alul A-399/1973, Gershon Edelstein
Ma’Alul A-399/1973, Gershon Edelstein
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In February 1973, a trial excavation was conducted in the area of the village of Ma’alul near Nahalal (map ref. 222/733), under the direction of G. Edelstein. A one-day inspection was carried out, following the discovery of a mosaic.
Beit She’An, West Of The Northern Cemetery, Pinchas Porat
Beit She’An, West Of The Northern Cemetery, Pinchas Porat
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In 1970 or 1972, an excavation was conducted 300 m west of Beit She'an's northern cemetery (Unknown Permit number; map ref. unknown), following the discovery of a sarcophagus during earthworks. The excavation, on behalf of the Department of Antiquities and Museums, was directed by P. Porat.
Kafr Yasif A-305/1971, Vassilios Tzaferis
Kafr Yasif A-305/1971, Vassilios Tzaferis
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In August 1971, an excavation was conducted at the village of Kafr Yasif in the Western Galilee under the direction of V. Tzaferis, with the assistance of F. Hasson. Within the courtyard of a private residence, a rock-cut burial cave was uncovered.
Be’Er Sheva A-201/1969, Dubi Yosef
Be’Er Sheva A-201/1969, Dubi Yosef
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In April 1969, a salvage excavation was conducted in Be'er Sheva, near the power station east of the Dereh Eilat road (map ref. 1808/5719), following ground leveling work. The excavation, on behalf of the Department of Antiquities and Museums, was directed by D. Yosef.
Be’Er Sheva A-126/1967, Yael Israeli
Be’Er Sheva A-126/1967, Yael Israeli
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In February–March 1967, an excavation was conducted in the center of the city of Be'er Sheva (map ref. unknown), under the direction of Y. Israeli. Remains of a Byzantine church and tombs were uncovered.
Ha’Goshrim A-64/1965, Gideon Foerster
Ha’Goshrim A-64/1965, Gideon Foerster
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In May 1965, a salvage excavation was conducted at Kibbutz Ha’Goshrim (map ref. unknown), following the discovery of four burial caves. The excavation, on behalf of the Department of Antiquities and Museums, was directed by G. Foerster, with the assistance of Sh. Moskowitz (surveying).
Qiryat Tiv‘On A-23/1964, Refael Givon
Qiryat Tiv‘On A-23/1964, Refael Givon
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In 1964, an excavation was conducted in Qiryat Tiv‘on (map ref. 2105/7353), following the discovery of a building during the laying of foundations for the Institute of Music at Oranim College. The excavation, on behalf of the Department of Antiquities and Museums, was directed by R. Givon. The building was identified as a granary. The building had a pear-like shape. No diagnostic finds were recovered.
Tiberias A-5/1963, Adam Druks
Tiberias A-5/1963, Adam Druks
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In June–August 1963, an excavation was conducted in Tiberias (map ref. unknown), following the discovery of the remains of a basilica during the laying of the pipeline of the salty springs water. The excavation, on behalf of the Department of Antiquities and Museums, was directed by A. Druks, with the assistance of V. Tzafiris, Y. Sokolovsky, Sh. Kiriti (foreman) and M. Feist (surveying).
Rehovot A-13/1962, Asher Ovadia
Rehovot A-13/1962, Asher Ovadia
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In August–September 1962, a trial excavation was conducted in Rehovot, on the grounds of the Weizmann Institute, following the discovery of pottery on the surface (map ref. unkown). The excavation, on behalf of the Department of Antiquities and Museums, was directed by A. Ovadia.
Kefar Shemaryahu 31/1962, Fritz Berger
Kefar Shemaryahu 31/1962, Fritz Berger
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In 1962, an excavation was conducted in Kefar Shemaryahu (map ref. 1833/6773). The excavation, on behalf of the Department of Antiquities and Museums, was directed by F. Berger. A complex of burial caves that was dated to the Roman and Byzantine periods was exposed.
Deir ‘Asfin 2-1959, Joseph Naveh
Deir ‘Asfin 2-1959, Joseph Naveh
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In January 1959, a salvage excavation was conducted at Deir ‘Asfin (map ref. 1975/6843). The excavation was directed by J. Naveh with the assistance of Sh. Amit (surveying). The remains of walls built of ashlar stones and two floors that were dated to the Early Islamic period were exposed. Based on the information in the excavation file, coins, glass and pottery dating to the Byzantine period were found.
Nahshon 26/1957, Levi Yitzhak Rahmani
Nahshon 26/1957, Levi Yitzhak Rahmani
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In October 1957, a scientific inspection was conducted by L.Y. Rahmani, following an unauthorized excavation that was carried at Kibbutz Nahshon (map ref 1960/6370). A burial cave that was dated to the Byzantine period was exposed in the excavation, which was conducted by Kibbutz members A. Ori and Z. Hanina.
Ashqelon, Al–Jura 17/1956, Jacob Ory, John Hevesi
Ashqelon, Al–Jura 17/1956, Jacob Ory, John Hevesi
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In November 1956, a trial excavation was conducted at Al–Jura in Ashqelon (map ref. 15757/61975), following the discovery of a tomb during the paving of a road. The excavation, on behalf of the Department of Antiquities and Museums, was directed by J. Ory and J. Hevesi.
Tiberias, The General Bureau Of Workers Building 2/1955, Bezalel Ravni
Tiberias, The General Bureau Of Workers Building 2/1955, Bezalel Ravni
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In 1955, an excavation was conducted in Tiberias, near the building of the General Bureau of Workers (map ref. unknown), following the discovery of a sarcophagus and built tombs during the digging of sewage pits. The excavation, on behalf of the Department of Antiquities and Museums, was directed by B. Ravni.
Jerusalem, Tel Arza 18/1955, Shalom Levy
Jerusalem, Tel Arza 18/1955, Shalom Levy
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In 1955, an excavation was conducted at the Tel Arza neighborhood in Jerusalem (map ref. 2204/6335), following the discovery of a burial cave during the laying of foundations for a private residence. The excavation, on behalf of the Department of Antiquities and Museums, was directed by Sh. Levy.
Be’Er Sheva, The Railroad Station 5/1955, Shalom Levy
Be’Er Sheva, The Railroad Station 5/1955, Shalom Levy
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In February 1955, a salvage excavation was conducted at the Be’er Sheva railroad station (map ref. 18206/57443). The excavation, on behalf of the Department of Antiquities and Museums, was directed by Sh. Levy. Three probes were opened. in which the remains of a Byzantine farmhouse were exposed.
Beit She’An, The Southern Housing Complex And “Shikun Vav” (The Vav Housing Complex) 14/1957, Nehemya Zori
Beit She’An, The Southern Housing Complex And “Shikun Vav” (The Vav Housing Complex) 14/1957, Nehemya Zori
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In December 1955, a trial excavation was conducted at the southern housing complex in Beit She’an (map ref. 2473/7105), south of the Byzantine Beit She’an wall. The excavation was carried out following the discovery of the remains of coffins during ground leveling prior to construction works. The excavation, on behalf of the Department of Antiquities and Museums, was directed by N. Zori.
Tiberias, The Area Of The Tomb Of Maimonides 26/1956, Bezalel Ravni
Tiberias, The Area Of The Tomb Of Maimonides 26/1956, Bezalel Ravni
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
From November 1955 to January 1956, an excavation was conducted in Tiberias, in the area of the tomb attributed to Maimonides (map ref. unknown), under the direction of B. Ravni. The excavation was carried out following the discovery of the remains of an ancient cemetery during development works. Three groups of tombs were exposed, as well as a number of individual tombs.
Tel Kinrot 4/1954, Bezalel Ravni
Tel Kinrot 4/1954, Bezalel Ravni
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In 1954, a trial excavation was conducted in Tel Kinrot (map ref. 2504/7523), north and south of the Church of the Multiplication of the Loaves and Fish. The excavation was directed by B. Ravni. North of the church, only an aqueduct was found. South of the church, an aqueduct and a canal were discovered, as well as walls that were associated with two stages of the church and walls of later periods. The remains were date to the Byzantine and Early Islamic periods.
Jerusalem, Qiryat Ha-Yovel 19/1954, Levi Yitzhak Rahmani
Jerusalem, Qiryat Ha-Yovel 19/1954, Levi Yitzhak Rahmani
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In 1954, a trial excavation was conducted at the Qiryat Ha-Yovel neighborhood in Jerusalem (map ref. 2168/6301), following the discovery of pottery and a lamp during the digging of pits in a private yard. The excavation, on behalf of the Department of Antiquities and Museums, was directed by L.Y. Rahmani. Two perpendicular walls were exposed, that were built of hard lime stones and nari (calcrete). Pottery was found at the foot of one of the walls, most of which was dated to the Byzantine period and a few to the Roman period.
Tel Kinrot 36/1953, Bezalel Ravni
Tel Kinrot 36/1953, Bezalel Ravni
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In March 1953 a trial excavation was conducted at Tel Kinrot, about 10 km north of Tiberius (map ref. 2504/7523), following the digging of trenches for a water pipeline. The excavation was directed by B. Ravni, with the assistance of Y. Huri (plans). The remains of a bathhouse were discovered c. 200 m north of the Umayyad palace in Horbat al-Minya.
Bet SheʽAn, Tel Iztabba 1/1953, Nehemya Zori
Bet SheʽAn, Tel Iztabba 1/1953, Nehemya Zori
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In 1953, an excavation was conducted near Tel Iztabba in Bet She'an (map ref. unknown), under the direction of N. Zori. Based on the plans and photographs in the excavation file, a mosaic floor decorated with geometric patterns was found c. 250 m west of the Kiri Maria monastery, adjacent to the route of the Roman–Byzantine wall of Bet She'an. Near the floor was a mausoleum and a coffin inside which were bones and skulls.