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The Siloam Pool: Where Jesus Healed the Blind Man – Biblical and Archaeological Insights

Recent excavations at Jerusalem’s Pool of Siloam have revealed a massive dam from the First Temple period, dating to the reigns of Kings Joash or Amaziah (around 805–795 BCE). This monumental construction, the largest dam ever found in Israel and the earliest in Jerusalem, reflects the Kingdom of Judah’s advanced urban planning and water management.

Radiocarbon dating conducted by the Weizmann Institute of Science confirmed the dam’s precise age. The project was likely built to regulate the waters of the Gihon Spring and channel them into the Siloam Pool. Scholars believe it was a direct response to climate challenges, particularly cycles of drought and flooding, showing how ancient Jerusalem’s leaders sought practical solutions to ensure survival and prosperity.

Massive Dam
The structure stood about 12 meters high and 8 meters wide, making it the largest dam ever discovered in Israel.


Precise Dating
Cutting-edge microarchaeological and radiocarbon techniques narrowed its construction to 805–795 BCE.

Climate Adaptation
The dam formed part of a broader water system designed to handle increasing aridity and flooding in the 9th century BCE.


Historical Context
Built during the reigns of Kings Joash or Amaziah, the project likely reflected royal initiative in the face of environmental pressures.

Significance

Engineering Marvel
The dam highlights the remarkable engineering skills of the Kingdom of Judah, marking one of the earliest examples of complex infrastructure in Jerusalem.


Climate Resilience
It demonstrates how ancient societies responded to climate change with innovation and large-scale planning.


Understanding Ancient Jerusalem
These findings shed light on the strength of Jerusalem’s rulers, who were capable of organizing massive public works to safeguard the city’s future.
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About the Research
This discovery is the result of a joint study by the Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) and the Weizmann Institute of Science, combining archaeology with advanced scientific analysis.