Synagogue in the Agora of Athens, Ancient synagogue ruins in Ancient Agora of Athens, Greece
The archaeological remains of a Jewish synagogue structure stand within the Ancient Agora of Athens, near the northeast corner of the Metroon building.
The synagogue operated between 267 and 396 CE, representing one of the earliest confirmed Jewish religious structures in the Mediterranean region.
Excavations in 1977 revealed a marble fragment decorated with a seven-branched Menorah and Lulav, indicating the Jewish religious practices in ancient Athens.
The ruins are accessible through the main entrance of the Ancient Agora archaeological site, located at coordinates 37.974785 North and 23.722217 East.
The structure provides physical evidence of Jewish presence in ancient Athens, mentioned in the Book of Acts when Paul visited a synagogue in the city.
Location: Athens
Location: Attica Region
Location: Athens Municipality
GPS coordinates: 37.97478,23.72222
Latest update: March 3, 2025 00:17
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