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Gush Ḥalav, Israel: Overview of Synagogue
Country: Israel
Location: Gush Ḥalav
Region: Upper Galilee, Wadi Jish
Stratum: Middle Roman to Byzantine
Description: Overview of synagogue, looking northwest. Basilical synagogue, 2 rows of 4 columns. Main entry on south, facing Jerusalem. Bema on south wall, to the right of the entrance. Likely a balcony on northern extension.
Category: Archaeological Feature
Type: Synagogue
Period: Roman – Early Byzantine
Date: 27 BCE – 634 CE
Current Location: Photo is in Duke University archives
Credit: Eric Meyers, July 1977
This photo can be used only for teaching and lecturing. Any use by others for publication (scholarly or commercial) requires written permission from Carol or Eric Meyers.
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