Angel Mosaic in Church of the Nativity, Bethlehem
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Authors
Sheppard, Beth M.
Issue Date
05/23/2023
Type
Image
Language
Keywords
Bethlehem , Church of the Nativity , Nave , Basilica , Orthodox , Mosaics , Angels , Church Councils
Alternative Title
Abstract
Description
The mosaics on the northern side of the church depict angels between the windows and then churches representing the locations of the provincial (regional) Church Councils. The tree-like motif represents a genealogy of Jesus.