The tension between Christian neighbors is deeply rooted in religious differences that have formed over centuries of misunderstanding and merciless devastation. Armenian churches sit wasting away throughout Tbilisi, and Georgian believers in Armenia have no official status. As Christians, one would think that they can resolve their differences within these orthodox churches.
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When Stones Cry Out: The Lost Memory of the Red Gospel Armenian Church in Tbilisi
During my visits to Tbilisi, Georgia, I discovered some aspects of the Armenian presence in the city. Let’s explore some of these hidden finds in this amazing city, which reflect the tension between Georgia and Armenia today.
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The Vanishing Church and Forgotten Armenian History of Tbilisi
A dormant church stands in the Jvaris Mama complex, fueling ongoing contention between the Armenian and Georgian Orthodox churches. This abandoned church reminds visitors how the city often overlooks Armenian history. Let’s explore the beauty of this church and uncover its rich story.
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The Five Vanished Churches in Kaleiçi, Antalya
In 1989, a historical write-up of the churches in Antalya stated that historians only knew of five churches in the old town of Kaleiçi. [1]https://akmed.ku.edu.tr/en/kaleici-museum/church-of-hagios-georgios/ However, I can list at least 10 churches in my survey of churches in Kaleici, Antalya. We will uncover five vanished or lost churches that are ignored in general studies. Let’s investigate the five vanished churches in Kaleiçi.
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| ↑1 | https://akmed.ku.edu.tr/en/kaleici-museum/church-of-hagios-georgios/ |
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