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Greek Orthodox Monastery of the Transfiguration

Mount Tabor · Greek Orthodox

Greek Orthodox Monastery of the Transfiguration
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A brief history

The Greek Orthodox monastery’s present church dates to the nineteenth century. It commemorates the Transfiguration, traditionally associated with Mount Tabor. The Gospel narratives describe the event without naming the mountain.

An interesting detail

Orthodox and Franciscan communities have separate complexes on Mount Tabor; this marker identifies the Orthodox monastery.

Bible connections

Matthew 17:1–9

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