September 28, 2025

Tel Menora, the Ancient Synagogue

Key Points

The excavation unveiled significant remains of an ancient synagogue, enhancing historical understanding of religious practices.
Key evidence includes artifacts and structural remains found at Tel Menora during the 2019 excavation.
Assessment involved collaboration among local kibbutz members, children, and the Israel Antiquities Authority for community engagement.
Findings support efforts to preserve heritage and educate the public through archaeological outreach programs.

Abstract

In March 2019, an excavation was conducted at the remains of the ancient synagogue in the north part of Tel Menora (Permit No. A-8525; map ref. 249397/703412), as part of the community outreach ‘Adopt a Site’ program. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and funded by the Heritage Department in the Prime Minister's Office, was conducted by Y. Har’el* (field photography), with the assistance of Y. Lavan (administration) and with the participation of kibbutz members, youths and children from Kibbutz T irat Z vi.

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Ya‘aqov Har’el (Tue,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d913b74ddcf71ba560c4f6 https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.69704/jhaesi.116.2004.26133-he