Ancient synagogue discovered in Galilee

A synagogue dating back to the end of the Second Temple Era was discovered on the Tel Recheš Peak in the Galilee last week in a rare and unique archaeological find. …a huge and impressive room nine meters high and eight meters wide with walls lined with benches made of limestone blocks. Diggers also discovered one of the two foundational pillars supporting the synagogue's roof. …reveals insights into customs of the ancient Jewish community and sheds light on watershed moments in Jewish history.…