Meaning of the New Conquest of the Holy City
A historical note discusses the 674 year milestone since Turkish forces expelled Christians and claims Jerusalem is now free from infidel control. It reflects amid a period of religious and imperial contest over the city.
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Holy City
Jerusalem
Easter in Palestine Heralds renewed Christian Unity
In Palestine Easter is celebrated as never before as the Turkish rule ends and British forces grant security. The piece traces Jerusalem’s long history from 1099 to present, notes shifts in control, and emphasizes a hopeful mood of peace and shared worship among Christians and other groups. The piece quotes Dr. Lyman Abbott on the resurrection’s evidentiary strength and calls for wisdom and conciliation in the new era.
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Palestine
Jerusalem
Frederick II
Godfrey of
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Holy Land
Jesus
Rome
Roman Empire
Constantine
Helena
Justinian
Golden Gate
el Aksa
Chosroes II
Persia
Armenia
Heraclius
Omar
Solomon
Germany
Holy Sepulchre
Allenby
Lyman Abbott
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