Synagogue at Dura-Europos

The Synagogue at Dura-Europos is an ancient Jewish house of worship built around the 3rd century CE, located in present-day Syria. It is notable for its well-preserved wall paintings that depict biblical scenes, making it one of the earliest examples of Jewish religious art. The site also contains architectural elements typical of synagogues of that period, such as a prominent Torah niche. Its discovery provides valuable insight into Jewish religious practices and art during antiquity, blending cultural and religious traditions in a snapshot of 3rd-century Jewish life in the Roman Empire.