An arrow slit window in the sixth century wall. These windows are narrow on the outside, and wider on the inside, allowing an archer to shoot arrows at an enemy, with little chance of being struck himself.
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Dear Father Justin, Did St. Catherine’s ever undergo a siege or depredation during its history?
Never a serious siege. When the Persians sacked Jerusalem in 614, it wasn’t worth their time to cross the desert to come here. When Arab rule came to the area, they respected the monastery. The Crusaders took Eilat, but only came here as pilgrims. And so it has been through the history of the monastery.
Very important what you said, Father Justin!
By the way, it reminds me of something in Sinai
But still do not know where this is!
I’m showing you the corners that most visitors don’t see.