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Archaeologists make unusual find near site where Ark of the Covenant was once kept
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· July 21, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the discovery can be found through FOX 26 Houston, which reported on the archaeologists' findings at biblical Shiloh.
Archaeologists have made an unusual discovery near a historic site in the Middle East. The find was made at biblical Shiloh, a location significant in biblical history. The discovery consists of ancient food remains.
This site is notable for its connection to the Ark of the Covenant, which the Bible states was housed there for centuries. Further details about the discovery can be found through FOX 26 Houston , which reported on the archaeologists' findings at biblical Shiloh.
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Published: July 21, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 26 Houston ·
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What is this story about? Archaeologists have made an unusual discovery near a historic site in the Middle East. The find was made at biblical Shiloh, a location significant in biblical history. The discovery consists of…
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