archaeology

Archaeology (Sometimes written as archeology), is a scientific discipline devoted to the excavation, study, and preservation of the artifacts of past human life and civilization. Those who engage in the discipline are called archaeologists. 


Archaeological study is conducted on human remains, the tools they used, the structures they built and more. Archaeological study generally is done on pre-modern peoples and artifacts, in which there is little recorded history or information, and archaeology is needed to understand the subject. Artifacts are often stored in Museums, and displayed in exhibits for public viewing and education.


Carbon dating, or radiocarbon dating, is often used by archaeologists to determine the age of an item. Carbon dating can only be done to organic materials, which has carbon 14, which undergoes radioactive decay, and the amount of the isotope in the item. Carbon dating can be used to analyze materials as old as 50,000 years old.


Archaeology is of special importance in Israel, which has a long history and a connection to the bible. Digs have been able to find long lost sites mentioned by the bible and of note to identity of the Jewish people. 

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British anthropologist claims Jesus' tomb and Ark of the Covenant are beneath the Great Pyramid

Dr. Paul Warner disclosed his theory after a meeting with Egypt's Minister for Tourism and Antiquities, Ahmed Issa, on October 20, 2022.

By JERUSALEM ROAST STAFF
18/04/2025

Stuttgart Regional Council reveals largest Roman horse cemetery in Southern Germany

The find could provide new insights into the use of horses in the Roman army, potentially changing the understanding of their role.

Study: 41,000 years ago the North Pole shifted – early humans used sunscreen to survive

The production of tailored clothing and the use of ochre as a sunscreen may have given Homo sapiens an advantage over Neanderthals.

Medieval graffiti discovered in the Last Supper Hall in Jerusalem's Cenacle

In total, some 40 epigraphic elements have been identified, including five heraldic shields.

Mystery stone head found under Rome's Via Latina may depict Roman deity

The head, possibly depicting Jupiter, Apollo, Serapis, or a philosopher, was found reused in the Basilica of Santo Stefano.

Pocket watch of Titanic victim Hans Christensen Givard to be auctioned for £50,000

The watch, recovered from his body, stopped in time when the Titanic sank.

Archaeologists uncover 3,400-year-old Egyptian city linked to Tutankhamun

An amphora fragment sealed with the name of Tutankhamun's sister suggests the site was a center for royal wine production.

Chris Tomlin and Ben Fielding revive 'First Hymn' found in desert sands

Tomlin says, "Now, 1,800 years later, we stand in a long line of brave and bold believers, singing alongside them."

Elephant in the synagogue: Iconography in thriving post-Temple community raises questions

How can these discoveries be reconciled with the widespread view that the post-Temple remnant of Jews in the Holy Land was insignificant and subject to oppression by the Romans?

By JACOB SIVAK
12/04/2025

Scientists discover new 15 million-year old fish with last meal fossilized inside its stomach

With the discovery of the species, scientists can now properly develop a timeline surrounding the arrival of the fish in Australia and its evolution since then.

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