Aramaic Mosaic Inscription, Jericho

Ancient synagogues served as central hubs for Jewish prayer, study, and community life. Archaeological evidence and primary texts reveal the evolution of these sacred spaces from the Hellenistic era to Late Antiquity.

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3rd Century BCE–7th Century CE

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The gift of those of whom the Lord knows the names, He shall guard them, in times. . . .

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Aramaic Inscription on Mosaic from Jericho, Jordan Valley

Remembered for good be the memory for good, (including) the entire holy community, the great and small ones, who were aided by the Lord of the Universe and (who) donated and made the mosaic. May the…

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A partially uncovered ancient mosaic on dry, cracked ground, with geometric patterns and some Greek text visible. Shadows from nearby trees fall across the mosaic's surface.

Mosaic Floor, Aegina, Greece

This floor mosaic with Greek inscriptions was found on the island of Aegina in Greece and is evidence of a synagogue there.

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Ancient mosaic featuring two lions facing a central grid with Greek letters, surrounded by decorative patterns. The scene appears weathered, with part of the mosaic damaged in the lower left corner.

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This mosaic comes from a synagogue at Ḥammath Tiberias. One of the inscriptions extends across two panels, so that the nine panels commemorate eight donors or benefactors to the building. Four of the…

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Ancient mosaic with Hebrew script, bordered by geometric patterns, including interwoven designs at the bottom. The text is clearly visible within a rectangular frame.

Hebrew Mosaic Inscription, Susiya

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Black and white drawing of an ancient mosaic featuring menorahs, animals, a zodiac wheel with a chariot in the center, and geometric patterns with animal motifs in the lower section. Parts of the mosaic appear to be damaged or missing.

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Aramaic Mosaic Inscription, Jericho

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