Tomb of Samuel, Holy place and archaeological site in Nabi Samwil, Palestine
The Tomb of Samuel in Nabi Samwil is a religious and archaeological site in the Quds Governorate of Palestine, located 884 meters above sea level. The complex includes a mosque with prayer sections and an underground burial chamber now used as a synagogue.
In the 6th century, Byzantine Christians built a monastery at this location, dedicating it to the prophet. During the 12th century, Crusaders transformed the site into a fortress and used it as a military stronghold.
The building complex serves today as an active mosque for Muslim visitors, while the underground chamber houses a synagogue. Christian pilgrims also come here, recognizing the prophet as a key figure in their religious tradition.
The underground chamber is accessible via a stairway, while the upper prayer areas have separate entrances. Visitors should be prepared for uneven steps and limited lighting in the lower section of the complex.
Excavations between 1992 and 2003 uncovered remains of settlements from the 8th and 7th centuries BCE on the southeastern slope of the hill. The findings show that people inhabited this location already during the Iron Age.
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