Al Kanīsah al Mu‘allaqah

The hanging church is is a Coptic Christian church situated between two bell towers. Coptic Christians split from other Christians in 451 ad over the infallibility of the Pope,and some other things. My mom uses to speak of Papal infallibility, and even as a child, I has some misgivings. I guess that makes me Coptic. Anyhow, the church is nice, with many Muslim influences in its decor. Conveniently located nearby is the Church of St. George, of Greek Orthodox tradition and Church of St. Sergius located where the holy family took refuge for a time while fleeing king Herod. As well there is a Synagogue that we did not visit, it is just down the alley. This collection of different churches and religions along with the narrow stone streets reminded us of Jerusalem.

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