📖 Shrine of Ezekiel (Al-Kifl)
Iraq
About This Sacred Site
The Shrine of Ezekiel in Al-Kifl, Iraq, is believed to be the burial place of the biblical prophet Ezekiel, known as Dhul-Kifl in Islamic tradition. The site is sacred to Jews, Christians, and Muslims alike. The structure features a distinctive green conical dome and contains Hebrew inscriptions dating back centuries. Once a major Jewish pilgrimage site, the shrine reflects Iraq's diverse religious heritage and the intertwined histories of Abrahamic faiths in Mesopotamia.
Key Facts
- •Sacred to Jews, Christians, and Muslims
- •Contains Hebrew inscriptions from the medieval period
- •Ezekiel is known as Dhul-Kifl in Islamic tradition
- •Was a major Jewish pilgrimage site until the mid-20th century
- •Features a distinctive green conical dome
Location
Coordinates: 32.2333, 44.3833
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