This monastery is close to Harit Zuwayla and is inhabited
by Franciscan monks. The monastery is known for its massive library with
a unique selection of books, encyclopedias and manuscripts related to Oriental
Christianity. The beautifully decorated versions of the Holy Bible are worth
seeing.

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Drs. Hulsman with Father Wadi’a, a Franciscan
monk, inside the huge library of the Franciscan monastery that specializes
on Eastern Christianity. Father Wadi’a made a study of manuscripts
related to the Holy Family tradition. (photo: Alexander Onderwaater) |

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A big, beautifully decorated version of the Holy Bible
at the Franciscan Monastery. (photo: Alexander Onderwaater) |
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Exterior of the Franciscan monastery across the street
from the Church of Harit Zuwayla. (photo: Alexander Onderwaater) |

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Old and decorated versions of the Holy Bible at the
library of the Franciscan Monastery. (photo: Alexander Onderwaater) |
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