Ancient synagogues-archaeology and art : : new discoveries and current research / / by Rachel Hachlili.

Ancient Synagogues - Archaeology and Art. New Discoveries and Current Research presents archaeological evidence - the architecture, art, Jewish symbols, zodiac, biblical tales, inscriptions, and coins – which attest to the importance of the synagogue. When considered as a whole, all these pieces of...

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Superior document:Handbook of oriental studies. Section 1, The Near and Middle East ; 105 = Handbuch der Orientalistik
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Place / Publishing House:Leiden ;, Boston : : Brill,, 2014.
Year of Publication:2014
Language:English
Series:Handbook of Oriental studies. Ancient Near East ; v. 105.
Physical Description:1 online resource (772 pages) :; illustrations.
Notes:Bibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph
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Summary:Ancient Synagogues - Archaeology and Art. New Discoveries and Current Research presents archaeological evidence - the architecture, art, Jewish symbols, zodiac, biblical tales, inscriptions, and coins – which attest to the importance of the synagogue. When considered as a whole, all these pieces of evidence confirm the centrality of the synagogue institution in the life of the Jewish communities all through Israel and in the Diaspora. Most importantly, the synagogue and its art and architecture played a powerful role in the preservation of the fundamental beliefs, customs, and traditions of the Jewish people following the destruction of the Second Temple and the loss of Jewish sovereignty in the Land of Israel. The book also includes a supplement of the report on the Qazion excavation.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9004257721
Hierarchical level:Monograph
Statement of Responsibility: by Rachel Hachlili.