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Night Prayers at Jerusalem’s Holy Sepulcher | Texas News
Locked inside the Church of the Holy Sepulcher in Jerusalem, where Jesus was crucified, buried, and rose again, pilgrims experience a sacred maze of history and faith. Three Christian denominations share ownership, while a Muslim family has held the keys since the 13th century—locking the church at night. Visitors focus on three holy spots: the stone of unction, the tomb shrine, and the cross’s upper chapel. Overnight stays offer deep reflection, as seen with Brazilian pilgrim Peter Stängle, who found peace amid daytime crowds. The building’s layered architecture, even home to wandering cats…
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