Ancient structure unearthed in Jerusalem

A 220 sqm 1st Temple-period structure has been uncovered in the City of David, Jerusalem. The eight rooms include an oil press, a winepress, a possible altar, and a standing stone. It was in use until the 8th century BCE, when King Hezekiah restored Jewish worship.

https://www.timesofisrael.com/in-first-researchers-find-where-jerusalemites-prayed-before-temple-became-only-game-in-town/

https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-837507

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ASjN-AD5e4

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