Tomb of the Prophet Hazkiel, Jewish tomb and synagogue in Amedi, Iraq
The tomb complex contains a burial vault and religious spaces where Jews, Muslims, and Christians pay respects to the prophet Hazkiel.
The construction of the synagogue Knis Navi Yehezqel dates to 1250, following the settlement of Jewish brothers Hazan David and Hazan Yosef.
Local traditions connect the tomb to a Jewish prophet named Hazana, described as either a son of David or grandson of Joseph.
The tomb structure stands at coordinates 37.094248 latitude and 43.387802 longitude in the Kurdistan Region, accessible to religious pilgrims.
Jewish pilgrims traditionally gathered at this location during Shavuot to commemorate their connection to the sacred burial site.
Location: Amedi
Inception: 1250
Website: http://bot.gov.krd/duhok-province-amedi/history-and-heritage/tomb-prophet-hazkiel
GPS coordinates: 37.09425,43.38780
Latest update: March 13, 2025 12:25
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