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The Church of the Nativity, or Basilica of the Nativity, [a] is a basilica located in Bethlehem, West Bank, Palestine. The grotto holds a prominent religious significance to Christians of various denominations as the birthplace of Jesus .
Church of the Nativity, ancient church built over the grotto that is believed to be the site of the manger in which Jesus was born in Bethlehem. The Church of the Nativity is the oldest church in the Holy Land. It was first built about 326, commissioned by the Roman emperor Constantine I and his mother, St. Helena.
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Jun 18, 2021 · The Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem is one of the oldest Christian churches in existence and is believed to be located on the site where Jesus Christ was born.
Today’s Church of the Nativity is cool and dark, its interior bare with no pews. Wall mosaics from the 12th century — depicting saints, angels and Church councils — have had their original sheen restored.
Dec 1, 2019 · The nativity scene is like a living Gospel rising up from the pages of sacred Scripture. As we contemplate the Christmas story, we are invited to set out on a spiritual journey, drawn by the...
Feb 10, 2014 · BETHLEHEM, West Bank (CNS) –- The ancient Byzantine-style Church of the Nativity marks the birthplace of Christ and is the Holy Land’s oldest church that remains in use for regular worship...
Dec 17, 2020 · When the Persians invaded the area in A.D. 614, destroying virtually all Christian churches, the Church of the Nativity was spared. Why? Because the Byzantine mosaics on its façade depicted the Magi who worshiped the infant Jesus clothed as Persian holy men.
