Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Text and Archaeology

The Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Jerusalem, was built by Constantine I to commemorate the Passion of Jesus Christ. It contains archaeological remains from the 8th century BC to the 16th century AD. Extensive archaeological investigation was conducted between 1960 and 1981 and continued with non-destructive techniques. In 2017, the shrine built over the Tomb of Jesus was restored and conserved. This monograph provides an archaeological record of the church and a collection of primary sources related to its history.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 342 pages
\n Publication date: 17 May 2019
\n Publisher: Archaeopress
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The Church of the Holy Sepulchre, situated in Jerusalem, holds immense historical significance as it was constructed by the Byzantine emperor Constantine I to commemorate the Passion of Jesus Christ. Within its walls, one can find a rich tapestry of archaeological remnants, spanning from the 8th century BC to the 16th century AD. This period coincides with the arrival of the Turkish Ottoman Empire, which marked the beginning of a modern era in Jerusalem's history.

A comprehensive archaeological investigation took place between 1960 and 1981, during the restoration of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. The advent of non-destructive techniques of archaeological research has allowed for ongoing exploration within the church, leading to the restoration and conservation of the revered shrine built over the Tomb of Jesus in 2017.

The first part of this monograph delves into the archaeological record of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, providing a comprehensive survey of past excavations and recent research conducted within the church over the past three decades. This historical context sets the stage for the second part of the book, which comprises a collection of primary sources that shed light on the history of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. These texts, dating from the 1st century AD to the mid-19th century, are presented in their original languages with English translations, allowing readers to appreciate the richness and diversity of the historical narratives associated with this revered institution.

\n Weight: 854g\n
Dimension: 175 x 245 x 24 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781789690569\n \n