Archaeologists Discover Rare Stone Seal from First Temple Period

and now for some Monumental news a rare Stone seal from the first temple period approximately 2,700 years old has been discovered in a major archaeological excavation near Jerusalem's Western Wall and the City of David IL TV's ariela Lani has more in a remarkable archaeological Discovery near Jerusalem's Western Wall and the City of David a rare Stone seal from the first temple period has been Unearthed dating back approximately 2,700 years this ancient artifact Bears a winged figure and the name leoh Ben hosay yahu inscribed in paleo Hebrew script excavation directors from the Israel Antiquities Authority describ the black stone seal as one of the most Exquisite ever found in ancient Jerusalem crafted at the highest artistic level the seal which also served as an amulet was likely worn by a senior official in the Kingdom of Judah and used to sign official documents Dr Philip vosovic an archaeologist specializing in aerology highlights the significance of this discovery noting that the winged figure a protective Genie is the first of its kind found in Israel similar figures are prominent in Neo Assyrian art embodying a symbol of authority and protection the seal inherited and possibly inscribed by yahel offers a unique glimpse into the influence of the Assyrian Empire on Judah while also reflecting the local identity and literacy of the time the public will have the opportunity to learn more about this extraordinary find at the 25th Annual city of David research conference this discovery provides a vivid connection to the kingdom of judah's past further emphasizing Jerusalem's historical significance

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