The symbol was popular in Ancient Egyptian culture and was found at a site known for its archaeological significance.

The news hit the press the same day that the Israel Antiquities Authority faced controversy over a canceled conference.

The amulet Ziv found is shaped like a scarab or a beetle, the Israel Antiquities ... The scarab’s name comes from the Egyptian word "hprr," which means “to come into being” or “to be ...

The colourful wall paintings depict some of the gods. The beetle or scarab represents the Egyptian god Khepri. Students could write a diary entry from the perspective of Howard Carter on the day ...