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Tel Be’er Sheva, also known as Tel Sheva or Tell es-Seba, is an archaeological site of significant historical importance located in the Southern District of إسرائيل. It is widely believed to be the location of the ancient biblical town of Beer-sheba. The site is situated east of the modern city of Beersheba and west of the Bedouin town of Tel Sheva. It has been preserved and is accessible to the public as part of the Tel Be’er Sheva National Park.
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أصل اسم بئر السبع
اسم بئر السبع مشتق من الكلمتين العبريتين "بئير" وتعني "حسنا" و"شيفا" وتعني "قسم" أو "سبعة". تعكس هذه التسميات الأهمية الكتابية للمدينة وارتباطها بالآبار والأقسام، كما هو مفصل في روايات الكتاب المقدس المختلفة.
دلالة تاريخية
Beer-sheba is mentioned 33 times in the Hebrew Bible, often in the context of defining borders, such as “From Dan to Beersheba”. It plays a central role in the patriarchal narratives, with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob all having significant events occurring there. Notably, it is the site of two significant wells associated with Abraham and Isaac.
الحفريات الأثرية
The site of Tel Beer-sheba was excavated from 1969 to 1976 by the Tel Aviv University Institute of Archaeology, under the direction of Prof. Yohanan Aharoni, with subsequent seasons led by Prof. Ze’ev Herzog. These excavations revealed a large fortified Israelite city dating back to the time of the United Monarchy and مملكة يهوذا. ركزت الحفريات الإضافية بين عامي 1993 و1995 على الكشف عن نظام المياه في المدينة.
العصر الحديدي الأول
The earliest occupation at Beer-sheba during Iron Age I was characterized by large pits and a small settlement. This phase saw the transition from a simple settlement to the construction of houses and possibly an enclosed settlement.
العصر الحديدي الثاني
خلال العصر الحديدي الثاني، تم تحصين بئر السبع، على الأرجح ردًا على التهديدات الخارجية. يوحي تخطيط المدينة في هذه الفترة بوجود مركز حضري مخطط يضم مناطق إدارية وسكنية وتحصينات ونظام مياه متطور. وكان عدد السكان المقدر خلال هذه الفترة حوالي 350 شخصا.
اكتشاف المذبح ذو القرون
A significant discovery at Tel Beer-sheba was a horned altar, the first of its kind unearthed in Israel. This find sparked a debate regarding its dating and its correlation with biblical accounts of cultic reform carried out by King Hezekiah.
الحديقة الوطنية والاعتراف باليونسكو
In 1990, the site was restored by the Israel Nature and Parks Authority, and in 2003, its water system was opened to the public. Tel Be’er Sheva National Park now serves as a visitor center for those interested in exploring the ancient town. In 2007, Tel Sheva was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, highlighting its status as one of the most representative archaeological tells in Israel with substantial remains and biblical connections.
وفي الختام
Tel Be’er Sheva stands as a testament to the rich historical and biblical heritage of the region. Through archaeological excavations and preservation efforts, it offers valuable insights into the ancient city of Beer-sheba, its significance in biblical narratives, and its role in the broader historical context of the area.
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