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What was the name of the cave where the first Dead Sea Scrolls were found?
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Cave 1
Answer
The first Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered in Cave 1, located near the northwest shore of the Dead Sea. This discovery led to further exploration and the eventual discovery of more scrolls in nearby caves.
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