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This detailed map provides a geographical depiction of the Patriarchate of Jerusalem, as it was understood from ancient sources and ecclesiastical councils.
Covering the period from 553 AD, when the Patriarchate was formally established by the Council of Chalcedon, to approximately 1250, the map captures the height of its ecclesiastical and political influence during the early Christian period. The map offers insights into the territorial divisions and major religious centers under the Patriarchate’s jurisdiction. Its title reflects its reliance on both historical texts and ecclesiastical records, offering a window into the organization of the church in this significant region during the medieval period.
The Patriarchate of Jerusalem holds profound religious significance as one of the ancient patriarchates of Christendom, tracing its origins to the early Christian community in Jerusalem. After being elevated to patriarchal status during the 6th century, the Jerusalem Patriarchate encompassed several important ecclesiastical sees and pilgrimage sites, including Jerusalem itself, Bethlehem, and Jericho. This map captures the territorial spread of the Patriarchate as recorded through centuries of historical documentation and ecclesiastical councils, notably those of Chalcedon and later synods. It provides a detailed representation of Christian influence in the region during the Middle Ages, spanning key periods of Byzantine rule, the Crusader Kingdom of Jerusalem, and shifting Muslim powers in the region.
The period depicted on this map includes crucial developments in both the religious and political spheres of the Middle East. The Patriarchate's history during this time is marked by the rise of the Crusader states, which led to a complex intermingling of Latin and Greek ecclesiastical jurisdictions. Moreover, the continuous presence of Muslim rulers, from the Umayyads to the Ayyubids, further influenced the region's religious landscape, often leading to negotiated coexistence and competition over control of sacred sites.
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