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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Te'omim Cave, located near Beit Shemesh in Israel, is a significant archaeological site known for its complex history and diverse findings. This karstic cave has been utilized across various historical periods, from the Neolithic era to the Late Roman period. Notably, it served as a refuge for Jewish rebels during the Bar Kokhba revolt in the 2nd century CE, evidenced by the discovery of human bones, weapons, and coin hoards. Additionally, the cave contains traces of an alabaster quarry from the Middle Bronze Age and evidence of a Late Roman cultic site, possibly used for necromantic rituals. These features underscore the cave's multifaceted role in ancient societies, highlighting its significance in the study of ancient human activities in the region.
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