Article: Archaeologists have found the remains of an ancient Jewish village, Shikhin, in central Galil (Israel). They found evidence of an ancient synagogue and a pottery factory, with seven molds of oil lamps. It took the archaeologists two years to uncover the site. They hope this will help them answer historical questions about who used to live in the Galil during this period, such as where the villagers came from, did they convert to Judaism, are they descendants from the First Temple period? There is very little knowledge about the Galil in this point in history, from the time it was a Jewish kingdom destroyed by Assyrians. Interestingly, historical documents state this village was a home to many potters.
Discussion:
- What is an archaeologist? (Scientists who unearth past buildings). Name 2 archeology sites.
- What does it mean that they found seven molds of oil lamps? How does this show that the site was a pottery production place?
- How can archeology teach us about the culture and habits of the people, not just their buildings?
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