history and religious heritage of old Cairo, The
its fortress, churches, synagogue, and mosque
Gawdat Gabra
334 pages | ~9 hrs
history and religious heritage of old Cairo, The
its fortress, churches, synagogue, and mosque
By Gawdat Gabra
Journey through the sacred crossroads where ancient civilizations converged and spiritual traditions flourished for millennia. This richly illustrated exploration invites you to discover Old Cairo, a remarkable enclave that preserves the living testimony of humanity's diverse religious heritage.
Within the boundaries of the ancient Roman fortress of Babylon, you'll encounter a unique tapestry of faith where Egyptian, Christian, Jewish, and Muslim sacred spaces stand as witnesses to centuries of spiritual devotion. Through stunning photography and scholarly insight, this work reveals how different religious communities have shared and shaped this extraordinary landscape.
Explore the world's oldest Coptic Christian churches, where early believers gathered in prayer and contemplation. Walk through the historic Ben Ezra Synagogue, home to the famous Genizah documents that illuminate the daily spiritual lives of medieval Jewish communities. Discover the Mosque of 'Amr ibn al-'As, Africa's oldest mosque, marking the arrival of Islam in the seventh century.
From ancient Egyptian foundations through Roman occupation to the establishment of al-Fustat, the first Muslim city, this comprehensive study traces how sacred architecture and religious practice evolved across cultures and centuries. Each monument tells a story of faith, resilience, and the human quest for divine connection.
For those seeking to understand how different spiritual traditions can coexist and enrich one another, this visual and historical journey offers profound insights into our shared religious heritage.
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Moschee
- ✓ Explore Synagogues
- ✓ Explore Pictorial works
- ✓ Explore Islam
- ✓ Explore Sakralbau
- ✓ Explore Cairo (egypt), history
- ✓ Explore Kirche
- ✓ Explore Mosques
Topics
Details
- Published
- 2013
- Publisher
- American University in Cairo Press
- ISBN-13
- 9789774164590
- ISBN-10
- 9774164598
- Pages
- 334
- Language
- EN
