Beautiful paintings were discovered decades ago but remained unseen by public
Depiction of a winged demon is striking, given prohibition of figurative representations
‘We’ll repair it,’ says museum director, invites family to visit again
Identifying biblical sites, Part 4
It is obvious to many archaeologists today that this complex on both sides of the river was a pilgrimage area already during the first centuries
The sword likely belonged to a Roman legionary who participated in the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD
Stunning contrast observed between city layers pre-siege to time of siege and destruction
Unique monument stood for over 1,700 years without major changes or renovations