Monday, August 01, 2022

The Magdala Stone returns home

ICONOGRAPHIC ARTIFACT: Magdala Stone in Israel’s Galilee an ‘Oasis of Encounter’ with Christian, Jewish History (Julie Stahl, CBN News).
JERUSALEM, Israel – A unique stone from an unearthed synagogue where Jesus could have prayed has returned to its home in the Galilee and the Magdala stone is expected to be a special draw for visitors.

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For many posts (going back to 2010) on the remarkable Magadala Stone, its international travels, and the site of ancient Magdala, start here and follow the links.

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