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Ancient discovery from time of Jesus emerges near Jerusalem's Temple Mount
Thursday, November 5, 2026
A 2,000-year-old ritual bathing complex was discovered near Jerusalem's Temple Mount, according to Israeli archaeologists. The complex contains three large mikva'ot, which are Jewish ritual baths used for purification. The structure dates to the Second Temple period, when Jewish pilgrims used such facilities before entering the Temple.
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