who directed the excavation on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority, believe that the structure was in use until the 8th century BCE, the middle of the period when the Kings of Judah ruled.

the middle of the period when the Kings of Judah ruled. A scarab seal from the 8th century BCE uncovered during the excavation. (photo credit: VLADIMIR NAIKHIN/ISRAEL ANTIQUES AUTHORITY ...

The reign of the three kings lasted 120 years, an important period in the history of Israel. These years witnessed development in Jewish life in all areas, including culture, religion and economy ...