Archaeologists discover ancient Jerusalem structure used for religious practices, dating back to the First Temple period.

Archaeologists have uncovered a 220-square-meter ancient structure in Jerusalem's City of David, dating back to the First Temple period. This well-preserved site, featuring eight rooms including an altar, standing stone, oil press, and wine press, is believed to have been used for cultic or religious practices. The structure, unique for its time in Jerusalem, ceased use around the 8th century BCE, possibly due to King Hezekiah's religious reforms centralizing worship in the Temple.

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