Showing posts with label Mosaics. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Mosaics. Show all posts
Monday, October 5, 2026

Mosaic view of Gaza in the Church of St Stephen, Um ar-Rasas, Jordan. It was constructed in 756CE by the mosaics artists Stauranchius & Euremius,

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Mosaic view of Gaza in the Church of St Stephen, Um ar-Rasas, Jordan. It was constructed in 756CE by the mosaics artists Stauranchius & ...
Wednesday, June 3, 2026

In perspective... the promotion of universal respect for and observance of human rights and fundamental freedoms..

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A gold cup at the National Museum of Iran , from the first half of the 1st millennium BC   1776 Declaration of Independence USA  National Ar...
Sunday, April 12, 2026

Speaking to the world's leaders, the pope said, "Stop! It is time for peace! Sit at the table of dialogue and mediation, not at the table where rearmament is planned, and deadly actions are decided!" However, all the world's people also have a duty to reject the violence in their own hearts and minds, and help build a kingdom of peace each and every day in one's own home, school and community, he said. "Let us believe once again in love, moderation and good politics," he said, urging people to learn more and "get personally involved" in being part of "the mosaic of peace!"

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Pope Leo XIV prays during an evening prayer vigil for peace in St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican April 11, 2026. (CNS photo/Vatican ...
Friday, December 19, 2025

Old Photos & maps of Gaza ... An ancient place where people have lived longer than recorded history: It is often forgotten that Gaza was once the richest port in the Eastern Mediterranean, super wealthy from the export of Arabian incense and Indian spices.

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Palestinian Sheikh from Gaza, 1870 (Photo by Félix Bonfils, University of Pennsylvania Collection)   Gaza, Palestine circa c1900. Early 190...