Now Moses kept the flock of Jethro his father in law, the priest of Midian: and he led the flock to the backside of the desert, and came to the mountain of God, even to Horeb.
St. Catherine's Monastery in the Bible
One of the oldest continuously operating Christian monasteries in the world, built at the foot of Mount Sinai near the traditional site of the Burning Bush.
Historical Context
Founded in the 6th century (around 548-565 AD) by Byzantine Emperor Justinian I, St. Catherine's Monastery has never been destroyed or closed. It houses an incredible collection of ancient manuscripts, icons, and the purported remains of St. Catherine of Alexandria.
Location Details
Country: Egypt
Region: Sinai Peninsula
Coordinates: 28.556100, 33.975600
Type: Place
Bible Verses About St. Catherine's Monastery
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