Ordinary People
As part of some research I am doing for a friend, I came across Chaim and Rachel Mittleman, two ordinary people. Someone in their family…
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Dreams of our Fathers
Our ideals lead to dreams and actions, but not always to actualization. Israel Beck was born in Bardichev, Ukraine in 1797. He moved to Israel…
Last of a Line
People tend to think that tomorrow will be like today. It is very difficult to predict the end of an era unless there is a…
Board Crusaders
"I'm bored," is a phrase uttered by children and a thorn in the side of many overwhelmed parents. How can children be bored when there…
Looting Masada
One of my favorite sites is Masada. The drama of the story and the messages coupled with the extensive archaeological finds and the desert landscape…
Leaving Home
Archaeology is, in many ways, the guide book for leaving home. As the song reminds me, "There must be 50 ways to leave your lover,"…
Chalcolithic Climate Changes
Climate change is a hot topic today. How is man impacting his environment and what can we expect in the future if the current trends…
2% Cave Men
Israel has always been a bridge between cultures. Its unique location between Europe, Africa and Asia positioned it at the center of transportation and exchange…
Not Whether You Win or Lose
When learning about a place, one can focus on the physical - stone upon stone - what we see. And while it is true that…
Running Away, But Not Too Far Away
The Dead Sea as a center of refuge was the topic of my oral licensing exam to become a tour guide and continues to fascinate…
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