Archaeologists locate ancient burial ground beneath Jerusalem church

Italian researchers have discovered a burial ground beneath the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem, Euronews reported on October 27, 2026. According to the outlet, the site matches biblical accounts describing the location of the tomb of Jesus. [1]

Euronews reported that Christians around the world have long believed the tomb of Jesus lies beneath the church. The report noted that a large majority of modern historians agree Jesus of Nazareth was a real historical figure who lived in the first century and was crucified under the Roman governor Pontius Pilate. [1]

The Church of the Holy Sepulchre, also known as the Church of the Resurrection, is located in the Christian Quarter of the Old City of Jerusalem. Built in the fourth century, it serves as the holiest site in Christianity and simultaneously acts as the seat of the Armenian Patriarchate, the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate, and the Catholic Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem. [1][3]