Greek Catholic Church of Nazareth

Greek Catholic Church of Nazareth
Location Nazareth
Country  Israel
Denomination Catholic (Greek Catholic Church)

The Greek Catholic Church of Nazareth[1] is a Byzantine Rite Catholic church (Greek Catholic Melkite Church) located in the city of Nazareth,[2] in northern Israel.[3]

Description

This large church was built in the first half of the twentieth century by Archbishop Hakim Maksymosa. It was erected opposite the square facing the Synagogue Church of Nazareth (with which it should not be confused). The building houses a primary school, secondary school, seminary, and parish.

The interior of the church has three naves divided by two rows of columns. The set is richly decorated with paintings and icons.

The church is open to the public Monday through Saturday, however no visits are permitted during mass or other church services.

See also

References

  1. ↑ Greek Catholic Church
  2. ↑ "Greek Catholic Church, Nazareth". www.biblewalks.com. Retrieved 2016-05-17.
  3. ↑ "Churches of Nazareth - Bein Harim Tours - Blog". Bein Harim Tours - Blog. 2015-04-30. Retrieved 2016-05-17.

Coordinates: 32°42′12″N 35°17′50″E / 32.7033°N 35.2972°E / 32.7033; 35.2972

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