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Damascus, Syria - Entrance to the House of Saint Ananias
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Damascus, Syria - Entrance to the House of Saint Ananias
Entrance to the House of Saint Ananias (also called Chapel of Saint Ananias) - an ancient underground structure in Damascus, Syria, alleged to be the remains of the home of Ananias of Damascus, where Ananias baptised Saul (who became Paul the Apostle). Date: circa 1907
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Chapel Damas Damascus Darwesh Derviche Dervish Jun16 Ladder Monk Syria Syrian Underground
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This evocative photograph captures the entrance to the House of Saint Ananias, an ancient underground structure nestled in the heart of Damascus, Syria. Estimated to date back to circa 1907, this spiritual site holds significant historical and religious importance. The House of Saint Ananias, also known as the Chapel of Saint Ananias, is believed to be the remains of the home where Ananias of Damascus resided. Ananias is renowned for his role in the New Testament as the man who baptised Saul (who later became Paul the Apostle) after Saul's transformative encounter with Jesus on the road to Damascus. The entrance to the House of Saint Ananias is framed by a simple, arched doorway, with a ladder leading down into the depths of the subterranean chapel. The image is further enhanced by the presence of a solitary figure, a monk or dervish, dressed in traditional garb, who stands at the entrance, seemingly in deep contemplation. The square, cobblestone courtyard surrounding the entrance is filled with the sounds and sights of bustling Damascus, yet the entrance to the House of Saint Ananias stands as a tranquil and spiritual oasis, inviting visitors to reflect on the rich history and significance of this sacred site.
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