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Tzipori National ParkA 5th-century synagogue, likely built on foundations from the 2nd or 3rd century, when Yehuda HaNasi presided over the Sanhedrin and compiled the six orders of the Mishnah.
On the synagogue floor is a phenomenal mosaic with Aramaic inscriptions thanking donors and illustrations of key biblical events. What makes this mosaic truly unique is the zodiac wheel, with Helios, the sun god, depicted at its center.
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Beit Alfa National ParkA 6th-century synagogue.
The synagogue floor features a stunning mosaic with inscriptions and, like the one in Tzipori, illustrations of important biblical events. Its most distinctive element is the zodiac wheel, with Helios, the sun god, at the center.
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Korazim National ParkThis village, Korazin (כורזין), is mentioned in the New Testament when Jesus curses it for its inhabitants’ lack of faith.
At the center of the village stands a synagogue built from basalt stones. Notably, in this Galilee region, there is a stone seat known as the “Chair of Moses” (קתדרה דמשה), believed to have been used by prominent community members or possibly for Torah readings.
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Arbel SynagogueThis synagogue, dated to the 4th century CE, was built according to Jewish law (הלכה = Halacha).
It features a prominent entrance with a massive lintel carved from a single stone. Its basilica-style layout includes heart-shaped columns at the ends.
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Baram National ParkA synagogue whose remarkable remains showcase the beauty of the site.
It dates back to the Talmudic period (between the 2nd and 5th centuries CE).