Post by jonsdigs on Jun 10, 2008 17:31:19 GMT -5
Jordan cave may be oldest church
By Matt McGrath
10 June
BBC science correspondent
The cave is beneath the ancient church of St Georgeous
Archaeologists in Rihab, Jordan, say they have discovered a cave that could be the world's oldest Christian church.
Dating to the period AD33-70, the underground chapel would have served as both a place of worship and a home.
It is claimed that it was originally used by a group of 70 persecuted Christians who fled from Jerusalem.
These early Christians lived and practised their faith in secrecy until the Romans embraced Christianity several hundred years later.
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By Matt McGrath
10 June
BBC science correspondent
The cave is beneath the ancient church of St Georgeous
Archaeologists in Rihab, Jordan, say they have discovered a cave that could be the world's oldest Christian church.
Dating to the period AD33-70, the underground chapel would have served as both a place of worship and a home.
It is claimed that it was originally used by a group of 70 persecuted Christians who fled from Jerusalem.
These early Christians lived and practised their faith in secrecy until the Romans embraced Christianity several hundred years later.
Full Story