Churches and Monasteries in the Holy Land
Churches and Monasteries in the Holy Land

Author: David Rapp

Publisher: Hanan Isachar Photography

Published: 2014-11-17

Total Pages: 415

ISBN-13: 9657000068

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The defining events of early Christianity are memorialized in churches and monasteries throughout the Holy Land, many of which date back to ancient times. This beautiful book is a wonderful written and visual guide to those religious monuments and the artistic treasures that lie within their walls. The author, David Rapp, is an art historian and critic, who opens a window into the fascinating geographical-theological sphere where Christianity was conceived and born. Each chapter features spectacular pictures by Hanan Isachar, an acclaimed photographer. Christianity’s roots extend deep into the earth of the Holy Land. This book is dedicated to those who wish to learn more about that heritage and the religious sites that stand as testimonies to it.

Churches and Monasteries in Jerusalem
Churches and Monasteries in Jerusalem

Author: David Rapp

Publisher: Hanan Isachar Photography

Published: 2016-01-14

Total Pages: 267

ISBN-13: 9657000076

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The biblical city of Jerusalem played a significant role in the origination of Christianity. According to the scriptures, Jesus visited the Jewish temple there as a youth. Many years later, it was in Jerusalem where He ate the Last Supper with His disciples before being arrested and tried by Roman Procurator Pontius Pilate, who sentenced Him to crucifixion. Jesus died and was buried just outside the city walls, rose there from the dead and, forty days later, ascended to Heaven from nearby Mount of Olives. Jerusalem is also where some of the disciples received inspiration from the Holy Spirit in a gathering that is considered to be the founding of the Christian Church, and where it is said that Jesus Christ will return in the Second Coming. “Churches and Monasteries in Jerusalem” is devoted to twenty ancient houses of worship that were built over the ages to commemorate the decisive milestones of Jesus’s time in Jerusalem and that underscore Christianity’s ongoing relationship with the sacred city. This volume is based in part on chapters from the authors’ book, "Churches and Monasteries in the Holy Land." The original text has been expanded to include new, previously unpublished sections, and more stunning photographs have been added to illuminate the content.

Holy Jerusalem: A Christian Traveler's Guide to the City's Major Churches and Monasteries
Holy Jerusalem: A Christian Traveler's Guide to the City's Major Churches and Monasteries

Author: AMR ZAKARYA KHALIL

Publisher: AMR ZAKARYA KHALIL

Published: 2024-09-01

Total Pages: 208

ISBN-13:

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At the heart of the ancient city that echoes with tales of history and spirituality, Jerusalem stands as a sacred center uniting diverse religions and cultures through the ages. For Christians, Jerusalem is more than a destination; it is a living testament to faith, home to many of the most revered sites in Christianity. "Holy Jerusalem: A Christian Traveler's Guide to the City's Major Churches and Monasteries" is your comprehensive companion for exploring the most significant churches and monasteries in this holy city. From the Church of the Holy Sepulchre to the Monastery of the Cross, and from the Church of the Nativity to St. George’s Monastery, this guide will lead you through the landmarks that have shaped the essence of Christianity. Within these pages, you will uncover the rich histories of these sacred places, the inspiring stories they hold, and the spiritual practices you can experience during your visit. We offer detailed information, historical context, and practical tips for each site, ensuring that every stop on your journey becomes a memorable and meaningful experience. Our goal is to equip you with the knowledge and tools to make your visit to Jerusalem a spiritually and intellectually enriching pilgrimage. We hope this guide opens doors to inspiration and reflection, making your time in Jerusalem filled with enduring significance and treasured memories.

The Architecture of the Christian Holy Land
The Architecture of the Christian Holy Land

Author: Kathryn Blair Moore

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2017-02-27

Total Pages: 439

ISBN-13: 1107139082

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Moore traces and re-interprets the significance of the architecture of the Christian Holy Land within changing religious and political contexts.

Latin and Greek Monasticism in the Crusader States
Latin and Greek Monasticism in the Crusader States

Author: Bernard Hamilton

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2020-10-22

Total Pages: 565

ISBN-13: 1108915922

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Monasticism was the dominant form of religious life both in the medieval West and in the Byzantine world. Latin and Greek Monasticism in the Crusader States explores the parallel histories of monasticism in western and Byzantine traditions in the Near East in the period c.1050-1300. Bernard Hamilton and Andrew Jotischky follow the parallel histories of new Latin foundations alongside the survival and revival of Greek Orthodox monastic life under Crusader rule. Examining the involvement of monasteries in the newly founded Crusader States, the institutional organization of monasteries, the role of monastic life in shaping expressions of piety, and the literary and cultural products of monasteries, this meticulously researched survey will facilitate a new understanding of indigenous religious institutions and culture in the Crusader states.

Christians and Christianity in the Holy Land
Christians and Christianity in the Holy Land

Author: Ora Limor

Publisher: Brepols Publishers

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 552

ISBN-13:

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This volume fills a major desideratum in historical scholarship on the religious history of the Holy Land. It presents a synthesis of our knowledge of the history of Christianity and the various churches that coexisted there from the beginnings of Christianity to the fall of the Crusader Kingdoms. It also offers analytical studies of major topics and problems. While the first part is organized chronologically, the second follows a thematic plan, dealing with the major themes pertaining to the topic, from various points of view and covering several disciplinary fields: History, Theology, Archaeology, and Art History. The volume represents the outcome of an international project initiated by Yad Izhak Ben-Zvi of Jerusalem, and the contributors are leading experts in their fields.

Charlemagne's Survey of the Holy Land
Charlemagne's Survey of the Holy Land

Author: Michael McCormick

Publisher: Dumbarton Oaks Research Library & Collection

Published: 2011

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780884023630

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Michael McCormick rehabilitates a neglected source from Charlemagne's revival of the Roman empire: the report of a fact-finding mission to the Christian church of the Holy Land. It preserves the most detailed statistical portrait before the Domesday Book of the finances, monuments, and female and male personnel of any major Christian church.