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Haven on earth.

Authors :
CAMILLE, ALICE
Source :
U.S. Catholic. Jan2011, Vol. 76 Issue 1, p44-46. 3p.
Publication Year :
2011

Abstract

The article cites instances in the Bible that describe the idea of sanctuary. Two divine sanctuaries mentioned in the Bible are Noah's ark and the Tent of Meeting created by Moses for God. For the Israelites who settled into the promised land, the sanctuary is a place of refuge for the unlucky perpetrators of accidental homicide. The sanctuary cities of refuge functioned for Israelites, resident aliens and strangers. In present day, Catholic leaders propose the creation of zones of shelter and protection within parishes for undocumented people.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00417548
Volume :
76
Issue :
1
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
U.S. Catholic
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
57465614