Ancient Egypt

Over 20 sarcophagi belonging to ‘Chanters of Amun’ discovered during excavations near Luxor

Eight pieces of papyrus, some with their original clay seals intact, were also found within the chamber. 

|ByMIRIAM SELA-EITAM
One of the sarcophagi found during archaeological excavations in the tomb of Seneb, April 15, 2026.
Aerial photo of the ancient temple discovered at Tell el-Farma in the northern Sinai, April 15, 2026.

An ancient Egyptian temple was just found in Sinai after six years of digging

Analysis of the site also shows that the structure had been continuously used from the 2nd century BCE to the 6th century CE, with only minor architectural modifications happening during that time.

|ByMIRIAM SELA-EITAM
TAMBOURINE PLAYERS from the ‘Golden Haggadah’ (c. 1320), reflecting a medieval vision of Miriam and the women’s song after the crossing of the sea, The British Library, London

The hidden well: Exploring Miriam's leadership as a source of hope in war's shadow

Within a world of harsh decrees and cruelty, Miriam creates a human partnership that crosses boundaries for the sake of saving life.

|ByRABBA AMIRIT ROSEN