Gaza synagogue, Archaeological site of synagogue in Gaza City, Palestine.
The Gaza synagogue contains a notable mosaic floor with intricate designs, including vines forming medallions and animal figures across its wide nave and aisles.
Egyptian archaeologists discovered the synagogue ruins in 1965, initially identifying the structure as a church before recognizing Hebrew inscriptions naming King David.
The central mosaic depicts King David wearing imperial Byzantine attire while playing a lyre, reflecting the fusion of Jewish and regional artistic traditions.
The synagogue remains are currently inaccessible to visitors, while its preserved mosaic floor is displayed at the Museum of the Good Samaritan near Jerusalem.
Two donors named Menahem and Yeshua commissioned the synagogue's mosaic floor in 508/9 CE, making it the largest synagogue discovered in the Holy Land.
Location: Gaza City
Inception: 508
GPS coordinates: 31.52053,34.43255
Latest update: March 6, 2025 12:41
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