St Simeon Collection

Egypt, Upper Egypt, Aswan, View of Monastery of St Simeon

Stylite, 1378
PHD30571 Stylite, 1378 by Theophanes the Greek, (fl.1378-1405/15); Church of the Transfiguration, Novgorod, Russia; Greek, out of copyright

St Simeon Stylites on top of his post, 5th century
Detail of a Christian funerary relief from Egypt showing St Simeon Stylites (c. 390 - 2 September 459) on top of his post, 5th century

St Simeon Stylites, Hermit of the Pillar, 5th century (1825). St Simeon Stylites (387-459) spent 7 years self-imposed solitude in a Syrian monastery

Martyrdom St. Simeon 1510 15 Lucas Cranach German
Martyrdom of St. Simeon, c. 1510/15. Lucas Cranach (German, 1472-1553). Woodcut

San Simeon (Qalat Seman) (monastery of St. Simeon), north of Aleppo, Syria, Middle East

The Cruciform Church, dating from between 476 and 491 AD, containing the base of the pillar of St. Simeon the Stylite, Dead City region, northern Syria, Middle East

Remaining arches of the Cruciform Church, dating from between 476 and 491 AD, with the base of the pillar of St. Simeon the Stylite, Dead City region, northern Syria, Middle East

Close-up of Christian carvings on architectural remains at the cruciform church at St. Simeon, dating from between 476 and 491, Dead City region, northern Syria, Middle East

Coptic monastery of St. Simeon, West bank of the Nile, Aswan, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

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Located in Upper Egypt, near Aswan, the Monastery of St. Simeon offers a breathtaking view of its surroundings. Dating back to 1378, this ancient structure is named after St. Simeon Stylites, a hermit who lived on top of a pillar during the 5th century. The monastery holds great historical significance and has been depicted in various artworks throughout the centuries. One such artwork is Lucas Cranach's "Martyrdom of St. Simeon" from 1510-15, which portrays the saint's sacrifice for his faith. Another depiction by Jacques Callot showcases different scenes related to St. Simeon's life, including "St. Simeon Salus, " "The Visitation, " and "Deposition. " Visiting San Simeon today allows you to witness the remaining arches of the Cruciform Church and admire intricate Christian carvings on architectural remains up close. The Basilica of St. Simeon stands as a testament to Coptic Christianity in North Africa. Situated on the west bank of the Nile River, this Coptic monastery provides an insight into ancient Egyptian religious practices and serves as a reminder of their rich cultural heritage.