Dura-Europos church, Religious house church ruins in Dura-Europos, Syria
The building features two main rooms with distinct functions: an assembly hall for worship services and a baptistery for religious ceremonies.
Originally constructed as a private residence in 233 CE, the structure underwent modifications to become one of the earliest known Christian house churches.
The church walls display murals depicting biblical scenes, including the miraculous healing of a paralyzed man and Christ walking on water.
Located near the western city wall opposite Gate 17, the church occupies Block M8 of the ancient settlement of Dura-Europos.
The baptistery contains the earliest known depiction of Jesus Christ in Christian art, now preserved at Yale University Art Gallery.
Location: Dura-Europos
Location: Al-Salihiyah, Deir ez-Zor Governorate
Inception: 3 century
Part of: Dura-Europos, Block M8, Dura-Europos
GPS coordinates: 34.74583,40.72796
Latest update: July 25, 2025 09:15
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