House of the Virgin
unknown (Ancient Roman)
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Alternative Title
Ephesus: House of the Virgin
Date
100-650Description
Close view of portal; "The House of the Virgin (Meryemana in Turkish), located in a nature park between Ephesus and Seljuk, is believed to be the last residence of the Virgin Mary, mother of Jesus. The peaceful site is sacred to both Christians and Muslims, and is visited by many tourists and pilgrims. According to predominant Christian tradition, Mary was brought to Ephesus by the Apostle John after the Resurrection of Christ and lived out her days there. This is based mainly on the traditional belief that John came to Ephesus, combined with the biblical statement that Jesus consigned her to John's care (John 19:26-27). Archaeologists who have examined the building identified as the House of the Virgin believe most of the building dates from the 6th or 7th century. But its foundations are much older and may well date from the 1st century AD, the time of Mary. This site had long been a place of pilgrimage for local Orthodox Christians." Source: Sacred Destinations Travel Guide [website]; http://www.sacred-destinations.com/ (accessed 7/8/2008)
Type of Work
houseSubject
architectural exteriors, New Testament, saints, Mary, Blessed Virgin, Saint, Pilgrims and pilgrimages, dwelling, shrine, pilgrims, Early Christian
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