The Church Floor Mosaic in Megiddo

With Nomina Sacra

The Greek inscripton Nomina Sacra refers to God Jesus Christ. Dated to 230AD. Megiddo is located 25 km south of Nazareth in Galilee.

Location:

Megiddo, Galilee (transported to Bible Musem in Washinton DC, USA)

Historical Period:

2nd century AD

Archaeological Highlights:

The leg of an altar is preserved, symbol of fish, Nomina Sacra

Gospel Connection:

J 10:30

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Images from LEFT TO RIGHT → Fish in the Central Part of Mosaic

During the work connected with the expantion of Israeli prison in Megiddo, Galilee - the floor mosaic has been discovered. It beloged to the christian church.

→ Nomina Saca - Sacred Names Marked with an Overline

The Nomina Sacra reads GOD JESUS CHRIST.

→ The Bible Musum in Washington DC, USA

All the mosaic had been transported to Bible Museum in Washington in 2024.

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