Archaeologists in Israel recently found an ancient treasure hoard dating back more than 1,600 years – not far from where Jesus carried out much of his ministry.

The coins were found at Hukok, a kibbutz in northern Israel, according to the Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA).

Hukok is roughly three miles west of Capernaum, an ancient fishing town where Jesus preached and performed miracles.

Hukok and Capernaum are part of the Galilee region, which stretches from Israel’s Jezreel Valley to the border of Lebanon.

The coins, however, were not contemporary to Jesus.

The IAA said that they date back to the 4th century A.D., over 1,600 years ago.

They were left by Jews during the Gallus Revolt, the last Jewish uprising under Roman rule, between 351 and 352 AD.

The hoard consists of 22 bronz

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