The Temple Institute

The Temple Institute presents replicas of liturgical equipment and objects crafted from gold, silver, and other materials according to religious prescriptions. The exhibition also includes three-dimensional models, graphics, and textile work representing the layout and furnishings of the sanctuary.

The institution was founded in the late 1980s and has since collected research and objects related to the ancient temple cult in Jerusalem. Its focus lies on reconstructing the tools and garments used in the Second Temple according to biblical sources.

The center offers insight into the ritual procedures of ancient Jewish temple service as derived from religious writings. Visitors can follow the role priests, vestments, and objects played in daily temple operations.

Visits take place by prior arrangement, and multilingual audio guides help with understanding the exhibition. The rooms are located in the Old City and reached by several steps, so wheelchair users should inquire in advance.

Among the exhibits are priestly garments woven by craftsmen with pomegranate motifs and bells sewn into the hem. The replica of the seven-branched lampstand was made from over 90 pounds (40 kilograms) of gold and follows traditional measurements.

Location: Jerusalem

Inception: 1987

Official opening: 1987

Website: http://templeinstitute.org

GPS coordinates: 31.77548,35.23310

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:29