Patmos
Patmos (Greek Πάτμος) is a small Greek island in the Aegean Sea that was the place of exile of St. John the Theologian and from which he wrote the Book of Revelation.
Patmos is the northernmost island of the Dodecanese Islands and is populated with churches and communities of Orthodox Christians. From the very earliest times, Orthodox Christian tradition has associated Patmos with St. John the Theologian. More specifically, it is remembered as the place where he recorded his vision from Jesus that came to us as the Book of Revelation. Revelation was written as an exhortation to the Christian believers to stay true to their faith during the persecutions near the end of the first century.[1]
Contents
Cave of the Apocalypse
Monastery of the Apocalypse - Outside the Cave
Monastery of the Apocalypse - Inside the Cave
Monastery of the Apocalypse - View of Patmos from inside the Cave
Monastery of St. John the Theologian
The Monastery of St. John the Theologian, the Cave of the Apocalypse, and Chora, the island’s historic center, were declared World Heritage sites by UNESCO in 2006.
Monastery of St. John the Theologian - 1738 entrance with icon of St. John the Theologian and St. Chrysostom, founder of the monastery, both holding the monastery in their hands.
Monastery of St. John the Theologian - Monk praying with prayer rope
Monastery of St. John the Theologian - Courtyard outside the Museum and church
Monastery of St. John the Theologian - Byzantine Bell at the top of monastery
Ancient Icon of St. John the Theologian
Gallery
Ancient Icon of St. John the Theologian
Notes
- ↑ P. N. Tarazi, The New Testament - Introduction, Vol. 3 - Johannine Writings, St. Vladimir's Seminary Press, Crestwood, New York, 2004 ISBN 0-88141-264-3
