Most people, even those who are thoroughly secular, know the story of the Judgment of Solomon: Two women who share a house and have recently given birth within days of one another come to King Solomon ...

In 1934, an archaeologist was digging in the Timna Valley in the sweltering heat of southern Israel. He was trying to prove that King Solomon’s Mines was no mere 19th-century fantasy adventure. He ...

Let’s move to a passage of dialogue from the dying King David to young Solomon as David appointed him king: “‘You shall be strong, therefore, and show yourself a man, and keep the charge of the Lord ...

A fifth century amulet depicting the demon-fighting King Solomon has been found by archaeologists in Turkey, referencing a book banned from the Bible for including themes of dark magic. The amulet was ...

Russell has a PhD in the history of medicine, violence, and colonialism. His research has explored topics including ethics, science governance, and medical involvement in violent contexts. Russell has ...

Some time in 10th century B.C.E., a temple rose in Jerusalem. Built at the behest of legendary king Solomon, it was not just any place of worship, but an ornate and palatial structure, fit to house ...

A new study from Tel Aviv University overturns prevailing scientific beliefs that King Solomon’s Mines not only harmed the health of workers in the ancient copper industry but also pose risks to the ...

Thanks for joining our Part 2, “What you should know about King Solomon.” (Much, it turns out.) So, we will extend this wisdom into Part 3 next week. If you happened to miss last week’s Part 1, please ...