Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Location
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Nahal Hever is an archaeological site of significant historical interest located in the Judean Desert. The stream, known in Hebrew as 'Nahal Hever' and in Arabic as 'Wadi al-Khabat', features two prominent caves: the Cave of Letters and the Cave of Horror. These caves contain vital archaeological evidence, including human skeletons and ancient manuscripts, most notably connected to the Bar Kokhba revolt from 132 to 136 CE. The Cave of Letters is famous for the discovery of Babatha's personal documents, providing valuable insights into the life and times of the period. Additionally, fragments of biblical manuscripts, such as those from the Book of Numbers and Psalms, have been uncovered, further underscoring the site's historical and cultural significance.
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