First Temple Period

"The seal supports the biblical record of there being a governor of Jerusalem during the period."

Excavations Reveal First Temple Treasures, Large Pool System Outside Jerusalem

Pools and an elaborate fountain dating back 1500 years, a capital typical of First Temple-era royal estates, and a rare and ancient silver coin among the finds.

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Western Wall Plaza Excavations Yield First Temple Hebrew-Inscribed Message

By JNi.Media

"In the register beneath the double line is an inscription in ancient Hebrew: 'LESARAR,' with no spacing between the words and no definite article. It denotes 'Lesar Ha'Ir,' meaning 'belonging to the governor of the city.'"