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See the Greek Biblical Inscription Embedded in an Ancient Mosaic Floor Discovered in Israel

Last updated: January 17, 2025 5:56 am
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Excavation Uncovers Byzantine-Era Complex in Israel

Archaeologists in Israel have made a groundbreaking discovery—an ancient complex of ruined Byzantine-era buildings that includes a winepress, a large warehouse, and possibly a monastery with a stunning mosaic floor. The colorful mosaic floor features a Greek inscription from Deuteronomy: “Blessed are you when you come in and blessed are you when you go out.”

The ruins were unearthed during excavations conducted prior to the construction of a new neighborhood near the city of Kiryat Gat. According to a statement from the Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA), the monastery is estimated to date back to the fifth or sixth century C.E., during the time when the region was under Byzantine rule.

Excavation managers Shira Lifshitz and Maayan Margulis described the site as the largest and most significant discovery in the region from the Roman and Byzantine periods. The researchers believe that the site was continuously inhabited from the early Roman period to the end of the Byzantine period, spanning several centuries. However, there is also evidence suggesting that the site may have been occupied as far back as the Chalcolithic era, around 6,000 years ago.

During the Byzantine era, Christianity began to spread throughout the Roman Empire, eventually becoming the official religion under the emperor Constantine I. The newly discovered site may have housed a monastery, as artifacts such as imported wares, metal and glass containers, coins, and marble objects were found at the location. The centerpiece of the monastery is the decorative mosaic floor adorned with crosses, lions, doves, flowers, geometric patterns, and the biblical inscription.

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The mosaic floor at the site is considered one of the most unique ever found in Israel, featuring clusters of small stones delicately arranged—a rarity in Israeli archaeology. The IAA plans to carefully transfer the mosaic to a public display area in Kiryat Gat after undergoing conservation work in a workshop.

Aside from the monastery, the excavation also revealed a sophisticated winepress with fermentation rooms and collecting vats, indicating a significant investment of resources and labor in its construction and maintenance. Pottery artifacts and fragments found at the site suggest the presence of a ceramics factory within the settlement.

The excavation has so far uncovered the remains of ten buildings, with the true extent of the settlement yet to be fully explored. The discovery sheds new light on the historical richness of Kiryat Gat and its surroundings, highlighting the region’s importance in antiquity.

The site’s significance extends beyond its archaeological treasures, serving as a testament to the cultural and religious heritage of the Byzantine era in Israel. As excavation efforts continue, more insights into the history and lifestyle of the ancient inhabitants are expected to emerge, offering a glimpse into the past of this fascinating region.

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