Tel Deweir Collection

Tel Deweir Lachish Looking N E wall Jewish palace-fort
Tel Deweir, Lachish, Looking N. along E. wall of Jewish palace-fort, after removal of Persian residency. 1936, Israel, Lachish

Tel Deweir Lachish Exposed portion Hyksos glacis
Tel Deweir, Lachish, Exposed portion of Hyksos glacis, N.W. corner of mound. Crest cut down by builders of Iron Age fortification. The white debris is from this destruction. 1936, Israel, Lachish

Tel Deweir Lachish Close view Hyksos glacis originally
Tel Deweir, Lachish, Close view of Hyksos glacis originally faced with a coat of fine white plaster. 1936, Israel, Lachish

Tel Deweir Lachish General view N. W corner Tell
Tel Deweir (Lachish). General view of N.W. corner of Tell, showing chute and line of Iron age fortifications. Buttresses at corner part of original Iron age fortification. 1936, Israel

Tel Deweir Lachish E side Iron Age revetment
Tel Deweir (Lachish). E. side of Iron Age revetment, built in three superimposed sections, uppermost washed away. 1936, Israel

Tel Deweir Lachish Inner gateway S. W bastion
Tel Deweir, Lachish, Inner gateway within S.W. bastion, original threshold below gate jambs, one stone of later sill (Persian period) in position above. Drainage trenches run to stone sill

Tel Deweir Lachish Lower courses stone revetment
Tel Deweir, Lachish, Lower courses of stone revetment founded on bedrock at N.E. corner of Tell. 1936, Israel, Lachish

Tel Deweir Lachish Closer view skulls tomb 120
Tel Deweir, Lachish, Closer view of skulls in tomb 120. Remains of over 1000 humans had been thrown in to this XVIII dyn. chamber about 701 B.C. 1936, Israel, Lachish

Tel Deweir Lachish Camp buildings Tell Workers clearing
Tel Deweir, Lachish, Camp buildings at Tell. Workers clearing area below flanking wall. 1936, Israel, Lachish

Tel Deweir Lachish Sanctuary XVIII-XIX dynasty
Tel Deweir (Lachish). Sanctuary XVIII-XIX dynasty temple. Masked by seated figures is stone bench found, shrine and altar. Behind is chamber for priests use. 1936, Israel

Tel Deweir Lachish Men clearing burnt line debris
Tel Deweir, Lachish, Men clearing burnt line debris. Iron lance heads, arrowheads & fragments of scale armour found in this area due to attack, 588 B.C. 1936, Israel, Lachish

Tel Deweir Lachish Courtyard solar shrine Persian period
Tel Deweir (Lachish). Courtyard of solar shrine, Persian period water jars & pot stand. They belong to burnt city destroyed at the end of the Jewish monarchy. 1936, Israel

Tel Deweir Lachish Sifting debris fragments relics
Tel Deweir, Lachish, Sifting debris for fragments & relics at Tel-Deweir. 1936, Israel, Lachish

Tel Deweir Lachish XVIIIth-XIXth dynasty temple
Tel Deweir (Lachish). XVIIIth-XIXth dynasty temple. Ante chamber to sanctuary visible right. White line denotes rubbish frombuilding of Iron age. 1936, Israel

Tel Deweir Lachish Jewish palace-fort crest Column base
Tel Deweir (Lachish). Jewish palace-fort on crest. Column base and stone door thresholds of later Persian building visible right and center of picture. 1936, Israel

Tel Deweir Lachish Inside sanctuary XVIII-XIX
Tel Deweir, Lachish, Inside sanctuary XVIII-XIX dynasty temple, stone offering benches, stone column base for roof support are visible. 1936, Israel, Lachish

Tel Deweir Lachish 1936 Israel
Tel Deweir (Lachish). 1936, Israel, Lachish

Tel Deweir Lachish XVIII-XIX dynasty temple looking N
Tel Deweir (Lachish). XVIII-XIX dynasty temple looking N. edge of great dump N.W. corner of Tell. 1936, Israel

Tel Deweir Lachish Close view revetment S. W corner
Tel Deweir, Lachish, Close view of revetment. S.W. corner of Tell. Rock core, on which city is founded, visible in hole. 1936, Israel, Lachish

Tel Deweir Lachish XVIII-XIX dynasty temple Top right
Tel Deweir (Lachish). XVIII-XIX dynasty temple. Top right stone revetment built by expedition to hold steel chute, N.W. of Tell. 1936, Israel

Tel Deweir Lachish Deposit skulls floor tomb 120
Tel Deweir, Lachish, Deposit of skulls on floor of tomb 120 being cleared. Date of burials 1400 B.C. Chamber used for dwelling & reused as repository for salvaged human remains. 1936, Israel, Lachish

Tel Deweir Lachish Section revetment city gates
Tel Deweir, Lachish, Section of revetment to city gates. Area shows abundant traces of burning, 588 B.C. which destroyed Lac. due to conflagration. 1936, Israel, Lachish

Tel Deweir Lachish Close view 3 steps backing
Tel Deweir (Lachish). Close view of 3 steps backing into santuary of solar shrine, Persian period. In axis of doorway is a small hole pierced thru plastered floor, possible libations made here

Tel Deweir Lachish Steps inner room sanctuary
Tel Deweir (Lachish). Steps leading to inner room and sanctuary of solar shrine, Persian period. Note plastered walls, and floors of inner apartments. 1936, Israel

Tel Deweir Lachish Jewish palace-fort removal
Tel Deweir, Lachish, Jewish palace-fort, after removal of Persian residency. Now awaiting clearance. Looking S.W. 1936, Israel, Lachish

Tel Deweir Lachish Close up junction stone walls
Tel Deweir, Lachish, Close up of junction between stone walls of Jewish palace-fort. Left N. and older section, right later S. extension. 1936, Israel, Lachish

Tel Deweir General view Tell Deweir 1936 Israel
Tel Deweir. General view of the Tell Deweir. 1936, Israel, Lachish

Tel Deweir N N. E sides Tell Iron Age line visible
Tel Deweir. N. & N.E. sides of Tell, Iron Age line visible, remains of Persian Res. 1936, Israel, Lachish

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Tel Deweir, also known as Lachish, is a fascinating archaeological site that offers a glimpse into the rich history of ancient Jewish civilization. Located in the northeastern wall of the Jewish palace-fort, Tel Deweir Lachish showcases remnants of various periods. One notable feature is the exposed portion of the Hyksos glacis. This close view allows visitors to appreciate its original structure and understand its significance in fortification. Moving along, we come across a general view from the northwest corner of Tell Deweir Lachish, offering panoramic vistas that transport us back in time. As we explore further, our attention is drawn to the eastern side's Iron Age revetment. The craftsmanship and engineering skills employed here are truly remarkable. Nearby stands an inner gateway with a southwest bastion – evidence of strategic defense mechanisms implemented during ancient times. Lower courses stone revetment can be observed closely at Tel Deweir Lachish, showcasing meticulous construction techniques employed by our ancestors. A closer look reveals skulls within tomb 120 – a haunting reminder of lives lived centuries ago. The site buzzes with activity as workers tirelessly clear camp buildings on Tell Deweir Lachish grounds. Their dedication ensures that this historical treasure remains accessible for generations to come. Amongst these structures lies Sanctuary XVIII-XIX dynasty - an awe-inspiring testament to religious practices during those times. A poignant sight unfolds as men diligently clear burnt line debris left behind by past events at Tel Deweir Lachish - their efforts preserving fragments from significant moments etched in history forevermore. Finally, we reach a courtyard housing a solar shrine dating back to Persian period rule. Its architectural beauty captivates visitors and serves as another reminder of how religion played an integral role in shaping society throughout different eras. Tel Deweir or Lachish provides us with invaluable insights into our cultural heritage and reminds us how far we have come.