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Who Were the 12 Tribes of Israel and Did They Exist?
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The formation of the 12 tribes of Israel is one of the foundational narratives of the Bible. But nowadays, a new picture of the 12 tribes has emerged.
Remembering Israel 'IZ' Kamakawiwo'ole, the Voice of Hawaii
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Known for his lilting cover of 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow,' IZ was a big part of the Hawaiian Cultural Renaissance.
How Israel's Iron Dome Defense System Works
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Israel's Iron Dome defense system is capable of intercepting — and destroying — thousands of incoming rockets targeting civilian areas. Here's how the sophisticated system works.
Skunk Water: A Weapon That Uses Stench to Control Crowds
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Developed in Israel, this foul-smelling liquid has been used on Palestinian and Israeli protesters … and it's showing up in the United States.
How Much Do You Know About the Life of King David?
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King David is one of the most famous biblical figures, but how well do you know the events of his life? Put your knowledge to the test with this HowStuffWorks quiz!
Merkava Main Battle Tank
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The Merkava Main Battle Tank takes the best features from American, British and Soviet tanks and has been Israel's main line of defense since 1979.
Tiny Group of Samaritans Still Practice Their Ancient Religion
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The word "Samaritan," might have you thinking of a hospital or the Bible story about the Good Samaritan. But "real" Samaritans still exist in Israel.
What Is Zionism and Is It Fueling the Palestinian-Israeli Conflict?
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Nearly any discussion around the Israeli-Palestinian conflict will include the word Zionism. But what does it even mean, and how has Zionism changed over the course of history?
Can You Name the Bible Character from Just One Clue?
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The Bible is full of famous characters, but do you know them well enough to guess them from a single clue? Put your knowledge to the test with this HowStuffWorks quiz!
Leaders in the Bible Quiz
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It's said that God works in mysterious ways ... never more so than in how He chooses leaders like shepherds and fishermen to be His best and brightest! Test your knowledge of this rogue's gallery of unlikely leaders now, with our quiz!