History

4,000-year-old steps discovered in 1999 attest to Hebron’s rich past.

Menorah designs, coins and inscription in Hebrew discovered in Hebron Hills region synagogue.

Abraham’s victory at the Battle of Siddim is perhaps the first instance of an “Israeli army.”

“The sunlight broke through the haze of the summer heat, and it was to me like a rainbow, like a token of covenant between Hebron and me.”

Until 1975, kiddush was banned and Jews had strict regulations on when and where they could pray.

Alder’s fascinating description of the poor but hospitable Jewish community of Hebron who suffered discrimination.

“Undoubtedly, the time will come when the exclusion will be overruled, and this extraordinary relic of antiquity will be thrown open and thoroughly explored.”

A hasidic rabbi’s love for Hebron and the Western Wall inspires his descendants.

While the UN debated “Zionism is Racism” Herzog quoted Abraham’s purchase of Machpela.

The full chapter from Dean Stanley’s 1862 visit to the well-guarded Tomb of Machpela is a fascinating read.