The discovery is now on exhibit at the Israel Museum, and it shows evidence of the destruction of Jerusalem 2,000 years ago.
The president of the Jerusalem Magistrate's Court sent him to involuntary hospitalization for four years, a period equal to the maximum prison sentence for the offense attributed to him.
"You really have to choose the finest or the most fragile artifacts," a museum worker said.
Some museums around Israel have begun opening their gates, and many offer free admission. Others are offering mainly online activities.
Many of the activities first went online during the Covid crisis. Now, in another moment of major disruption, they are coming back into use.
An American citizen was detained by security forces in the museum after being observed shattering the statues, which he claimed were "in violation of the Torah."
“Running a museum today is harder than it’s ever been and James’s experience is a huge asset for us at this time,” Robert Pruzan, the museum’s board chairman, told the New York Times.
Shikma Brewery to produce exclusive limited-edition beer for the exhibition, based on ancient beer produced in ancient Israel.
The Jerusalem Jazz Festival at the Israel Museum popped off last week.
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