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Ancient Structure May Reveal Ark of the Covenant's Home

8/6/2025

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Archaeologists at Tel Shiloh in Samaria have unearthed a remarkable structure that could be the long-lost home of the Ark of the Covenant. This site, thought to be Israel's first spiritual center, showcases remnants of sacrificial rituals and Iron Age pottery, echoing biblical accounts. Ongoing excavations promise to deepen our understanding of ancient Israelite worship.

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Archaeologists at Tel Shiloh in Samaria have unearthed a remarkable structure that could be the long-lost home of the Ark of the Covenant. This site, thought to be Israel's first spiritual center, showcases remnants of sacrificial rituals and Iron Age pottery, echoing biblical accounts. Ongoing excavations promise to deepen our understanding of ancient Israelite worship.