Ancestors of Jesus. A Mosaic Mural in Bethlehem's Church of the Nativity
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Authors
Sheppard, Beth M.
Issue Date
05/23/2023
Type
Image
Language
Keywords
Bethlehem , Church of the Nativity , Nave , Basilica , Mosaic
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Abstract
Description
The mosaic on the southern side of the nave depicts the ancestors of Jesus according to Matthew 1:2-16. From left to right -- Jacob, Matthean, Eleazar, Eliud, Achim, Zadok, and Azor.