September 28, 2025

Ḥorbat Ma’aravim

Key Points

The excavation yielded significant archaeological finds related to cultural heritage.
Key findings involved physical anthropology and metallurgical analysis during the excavation.
Salvage excavation conducted by the Israel Antiquities Authority prepared for gas pipeline installation.
These findings highlight the importance of preserving historical sites amid infrastructure development.

Abstract

In July 2020, a salvage excavation was conducted on the southwestern fringes of H orbat Ma’aravim (Permit No. A-8788; map ref. 173165–280/588236–318; Fig. 1), prior to the installation of a gas pipeline. The excavation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and funded by the Israel Natural Gas Lines Company, was directed by D. Biton, with the assistance of Y. Alamor (administration), M. Yehuda (trial trenches), E. Aladjem (field photography, surveying and drafting), Y. Nagar (physical anthropology), I. Azoulay (plans), A. Gyrman-Levanon (digital documentation), Y. Asscher (analytical laboratory), L. Kupershmidt (metallurgical laboratory), D. Gazit (studio photography) and A. Golani (scientific consultation and guidance), as well as S. Talis and IAA Southern District antiquities inspectors.

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synapsesocial.com/papers/68d913b74ddcf71ba560c46e https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.69704/jhaesi.116.2004.26323-he

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