The remains of the structure include a floor with "mosaics decorated with geometric patterns and dedicatory inscriptions" containing the text "Our Lord (Jesus) protect the soul of your servant..." and with a large cross.
5th century Byzantine church found in Israel
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2007-08-18 13:27
A team of Israeli archaeologists working on a site near the city of Tiberias have discovered an ancient Byzantine church believed to date from the 5th century.
The remains of the structure include a floor with "mosaics decorated with geometric patterns and dedicatory inscriptions" containing the text "Our Lord (Jesus) protect the soul of your servant..." and with a large cross. |
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