“The Light of Christ Shines Beautifully For All” – Byzantine Oil Lamp

$550.00

Byzantine oil lamp with inscription on it saying, “Light of Christ Shines Beautifully For All” in Greek

  • 6th century Christian oil lamp.
  • Greek Christian inscription.
  • Length: 9 cm / 3.5″ inch.
  • Very fine condition.
  • Found in Jerusalem, Israel.
  • Includes a certificate of authenticity.

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‘Light of Christ Shines Beautifully For All’ inscribed on a Byzantine oil lamp in Greek

  • 6th century oil lamp.
  • Greek Christian inscription.
  • Length: 9 cm / 3.5″ inch.
  • Very fine condition.
  • Found in Jerusalem, Israel.
  • Includes a certificate of authenticity.

Oil lamps are a common find in the holy land as they were widely used in peoples home for lighting and daily use.

No one lights a lamp and puts it in a cellar or under a basket. Instead, he sets it on a lamp stand, so those who enter can see the light. (Luke 11:33)

Shipped to you direct from the Holy Land.

Zak’s Antiquities is the website of Zak’s fine art and antiquities located on the Christian Quarter road in Jerusalem’s Old City. The shop began in 1964 and has remained as a family owned and operated business till this day. For the past 50 years Zak’s Antiquities has sold ancient coins, antiquities and art authentic to Israel and Jerusalem.

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Weight 1 kg

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