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Archaeologists Find Ancient Christian Site in the Arabian Gulf
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Archaeologists in Abu Dhabi have uncovered a 1,400-year-old cross at an ancient Christian monastery on Sir Bani Yas Island—reshaping what we thought we knew about the spread of Christianity in the Arabian Gulf. Far from being in decline, the evidence shows that believers here were thriving during the rise of Islam, blending local culture with their faith. This find isn’t just about archaeology—it’s about uncovering a hidden chapter of Christian history in the Middle East.
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Manage episode 502998491 series 2576832
Archaeologists in Abu Dhabi have uncovered a 1,400-year-old cross at an ancient Christian monastery on Sir Bani Yas Island—reshaping what we thought we knew about the spread of Christianity in the Arabian Gulf. Far from being in decline, the evidence shows that believers here were thriving during the rise of Islam, blending local culture with their faith. This find isn’t just about archaeology—it’s about uncovering a hidden chapter of Christian history in the Middle East.
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