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Where Is Masada? Masada is located in Israel on the edge of the Judean desert, between Ein Gedi and Sodom, on cliffs made up of chalk, dolomite and marl strata about 1,300 feet (400 meters) above the Dead Sea. Because of the desert climate, the surrounding area is virtually uninhabited and undeveloped. King Herod Meaning […]

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7 Historical Treasures Discovered by Accident

From the Terra Cotta Army to the Dead Sea Scrolls, get the stories behind seven chance encounters that led to the discovery of priceless historical relics.

The Temple Scroll, from the Dead Sea Scrolls found at Qumran, scroll number 11Q20, late 1st century BC - early 1st century AD, ink on parchment, Israel Museum, Jerusalem.

6 Things You May Not Know About the Dead Sea Scrolls

From their accidental discovery to their sale in the classifieds, find out more about the ancient collection of texts.