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Interior of St Catherine's Cloister (engraving)
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Interior of St Catherine's Cloister (engraving)
3784637 Interior of St Catherine's Cloister (engraving); (add.info.: Interior of St Catherine's Cloister.Katerina). Greek Orthodox church and monastery. The monastery was built by order of Emperor Justinian I (reigned 527-565), enclosing the Chapel of the Burning Bush ordered to be built by Helena, the mother of Constantine I, at the site where Moses is supposed to have seen the burning bush; the living bush on the grounds is purportedly the original. The site is sacred to Judaism, Christianity and Islam(illustration published c. 1910)); Lebrecht History
Media ID 33393012
© Lebrecht History / Bridgeman Images
Levantine Near East Ottoman Empire Sinai
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This print captures the enchanting beauty of the Interior of St Catherine's Cloister, a Greek Orthodox church and monastery nestled in the heart of Sinai. Built under the orders of Emperor Justinian I during his reign from 527 to 565, this sacred site holds immense historical and religious significance. Enclosing the Chapel of the Burning Bush, which was commissioned by Helena, mother of Constantine I, this cloister stands on hallowed ground where Moses is believed to have witnessed the miraculous burning bush. The living bush that still thrives within these walls is said to be an authentic relic from that extraordinary event. The spiritual aura surrounding St Catherine's Cloister extends beyond Christianity; it holds deep reverence for Judaism and Islam as well. This convergence makes it a truly unique place where three major religions find common ground in their shared devotion. Dating back to around 1910, this engraving transports us back in time to witness early 20th-century Egypt under Ottoman rule. The intricate details depicted in this illustration offer a glimpse into Levantine culture and architecture during that era. As we gaze upon this remarkable image captured by Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we are reminded not only of its artistic value but also its cultural significance. It serves as a testament to humanity's enduring quest for spirituality and our ability to create spaces where faith can flourish across generations.
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