Tag Archives: Beit Shemesh

New Israeli National Park for Khirbet Qeiyafa, Elah Valley

Posted on October 24, 2014 by LukeChandler

The Jerusalem Post reports on plans for the Elah Valley, famous for the fight between David and Goliath. The northern portion of the approved area is particularly important on an archeological and historical level due to the presence of Khirbat … Continue reading →

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Khirbet Qeiyafa to be Enveloped by City Expansion

Posted on January 25, 2013 by LukeChandler

Khirbet Qeiyafa, an ancient city that has recharged the debate about King David, may soon be enveloped by modern buildings. A massive project is bringing the city of Beit Shemesh literally to Qeiyafa’s front door. The modern city of Beit … Continue reading →

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Does a Newly Discovered Seal Show Samson Fighting a Lion?

Posted on August 2, 2012 by LukeChandler

Excavators at Tel Beth-Shemesh recently announced the discovery of a small seal that shows a human figure possibly fighting a large lion. The seal was found in an 11th century B.C. context. In the Bible, Samson lived in the area … Continue reading →

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