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Eliezer Sukenik

Eliezer Sukenik was an influential Israeli archaeologist and scholar who dedicated his career to uncovering and studying ancient Jewish artifacts and history. He played a key role in establishing Israel's first archaeological institute and emphasized the importance of archaeology in understanding Jewish heritage. Sukenik’s work helped preserve and interpret artifacts from ancient Jerusalem and the surrounding regions, deepening knowledge of Jewish history and culture. His research bridged archaeology and history, contributing significantly to the broader understanding of the ancient Near East and the origins of the Jewish people.