Wednesday, November 08, 2023

IDF soldiers pray in ancient Gaza synagogue for first time in decades

Food for thought! The Semitic people have a very long history together.

"... The ancient synagogue of Gaza, dating back to 508 CE during the Byzantine period, was unearthed in 1965. Situated in what was once the bustling port city of Gaza, known as "Maiuma" or El Mineh (the harbor) at the time, this historical site now resides within the Rimal district of Gaza City. The Egyptian archaeologists initially identified it as a church, but a remarkable mosaic featuring King David playing a lyre, labeled in Hebrew, was subsequently found. ..."

IDF soldiers pray in ancient Gaza synagogue for first time in decades  - The Jerusalem Post A number of posts suggest that soldiers prayed at the ancient synagogue, though IDF rules have reportedly kept soldiers from sharing them for safety.


Floor mosaic from the ancient synagogue in Gaza

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