WATCH! Ancient monastery uncovered in southern Israel
"Blessed are you when you come in and blessed are you when you go outโ (Deuteronomy 20:6).ย
Israel Antiquities Authority 07.01.2025
1,500-year-old Byzantine monastery, featuring mosaic with Greek inscription of a verse from the Book of Deuteronomy, discovered near Kiryat Gat.
An ancient Christian monastery, dating back to the Byzantine period, was discovered in southern Israel recently, the Israel Antiquities Authority announced Monday morning.
During excavations north of Kiryat Gat, conducted ahead of plans to build a new neighborhood, IAA teams discovered a colorful monastery floor, along with a Greek inscription of a biblical verse.
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