Appendix

Quick Reference Guide to Alexandria's Religious Centers

Religious Center Type Location Key Features
Alexandria National Cathedral Christian (Protestant) Mansheya Square, Alexandria Gothic architecture, prominent ceremonies
The Great Library Mosque Islamic Near Biblioteca Alexandrina Unique architecture, community role
St. Mark's Coptic Orthodox Cathedral Christian (Coptic) Sporting District, Alexandria Coptic traditions, historical significance
Pompey's Pillar and Temple of Serapeum Ancient sites Karmouz, Alexandria Historical landmarks, architectural highlights
The Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa Ancient Burial Ground Karmouz, Alexandria Multi-level catacombs, mixed religious influences
Eliyahu Hanavi Synagogue Jewish Nabi Daniel Street, Alexandria Recent restorations, community events

Glossary of Religious Terms and Concepts

  • Coptic Orthodox Church: An ancient Christian denomination originating in Egypt, marked by unique traditions and a specific liturgical calendar.
  • Interfaith Dialogue: A process of cooperation and communication between different religious traditions aimed at mutual understanding and respect.
  • Minaret: A distinctive architectural feature of mosques, generally a tall spire with a conical or onion-shaped crown, used for the call to prayer.
  • Serapeum: An ancient Greek and Roman temple dedicated to the syncretic Hellenistic-Egyptian deity Serapis, often blending Greek and Egyptian religious elements.
  • Sufism: A mystical Islamic belief system, focusing on the inward search for God and shunning materialism.

Index of Terms and Locations

  • Alexandria National Cathedral: Pages [specific location in the e-Book]
  • Ancient Roots of Alexandria's Religious Sites: Pages [specific location in the e-Book]
  • Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa: Pages [specific location in the e-Book]
  • Cultural Etiquette and Dress Codes: Pages [specific location in the e-Book]
  • Eliyahu Hanavi Synagogue: Pages [specific location in the e-Book]
  • Influence of Different Empires: Pages [specific location in the e-Book]
  • Pompey's Pillar: Pages [specific location in the e-Book]
  • Religious Centers as Cultural Hubs: Pages [specific location in the e-Book]
  • St. Mark's Coptic Orthodox Cathedral: Pages [specific location in the e-Book]
  • The Great Library Mosque: Pages [specific location in the e-Book]

(Please note that the placeholder [specific location in the e-Book] is to be replaced with actual page numbers or sections once the e-Book is fully compiled.)