Dead Sea Scrolls

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7 Secrets of the Dead Sea Scrolls Revealed

By Owen Jarus published 3 April 17

From virtual unwrapping to old-fashioned archaeological excavation, scientists are using a variety of techniques to reveal new information about the Dead Sea Scrolls.

Human Behavior

Archaeologists recently discovered a cave (entrance, shown at left) near Qumran in Israel, though most of the "Dead Sea Scrolls" in the cave had been taken in the mid-20th century.

12th Dead Sea Scrolls Cave Found in Israel

By Owen Jarus published 8 February 17

A cave that held Dead Sea Scrolls before they were stolen in the mid-20th century has been discovered in Qumran, Israel.

Human Behavior

Qumran caves at the archaeological site in the Judean desert of the West Bank, Israel

In Photos: New Dead Sea Scrolls Revealed

By Owen Jarus published 8 February 17

Several Dead Sea Scrolls fragments have been revealed in two new books. Here's a look at images of the scrolls, which hold text from various books of the Hebrew Bible.

Religion

The Temple Scroll is a Dead Sea Scroll available online.

70 Years After Dead Sea Scrolls Were Found, New Discoveries Await

By Owen Jarus published 8 February 17

Religion

5 Big Archaeology Stories to Watch for in 2017

By Owen Jarus published 4 January 17

Here's a look at major archaeological stories to watch for in 2017, including new biblical discoveries, Dead Sea Scrolls findings and Great Pyramid insights.

Archaeology

The 9 Biggest Archaeology Findings of 2016

By Owen Jarus published 26 December 16

Archaeology

The rare papyrus from the time of the First Temple, or the seventh century B.C.

Ancient Hebrew Papyrus Seized from Looters, But Is It Authentic?

By Owen Jarus published 26 October 16

Archaeology

This scroll fragment preserves parts of the Book of Leviticus, in which God promises to reward the people of Israel if they observe the Sabbath and obey the 10 commandments.

25 New 'Dead Sea Scrolls' Revealed

By Owen Jarus published 10 October 16

More than 25 previously unpublished "Dead Sea Scroll" fragments, dating back 2,000 years and holding text from the Hebrew Bible, have been brought to light, their contents detailed in two new books.

Religion

Are These New Dead Sea Scrolls the Real Thing?

By Owen Jarus published 10 October 16

Around 70 Dead Sea Scrolls fragments have appeared on the antiquities market since 2002, and at least one archaeologist thinks some of these fragments are modern-day forgeries.

Human Behavior