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Filippi 640 03, Greece
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The Holy Baptistery of Saint Lydia of Philippi (Ιερό Βαπτιστήριο Αγίας Λυδίας της Φιλιππησίας) is a significant religious and historical site located near the ancient city of Philippi in northern Greece. This sacred place marks the spot where Lydia of Thyatira, a wealthy merchant and the first recorded Christian convert in Europe, was baptized by the Apostle Paul around 49 AD.

Surrounded by lush greenery and located by the Zygaktis River, the baptistery exudes a peaceful and spiritual atmosphere, making it a pilgrimage site for many Christians. The modern chapel built on this site is dedicated to Saint Lydia, and it blends Byzantine architectural elements with a serene, natural landscape. The outdoor baptistery, where baptisms are still performed today, symbolizes the deep historical and spiritual roots of Christianity in Europe.

Inside the chapel, visitors can admire beautiful mosaics and icons that depict the life of Saint Lydia and her significant role in the early spread of Christianity. The baptistery serves as a reminder of the transformative moment in Christian history when Paul’s missionary journey led to the founding of the first Christian community on the continent.

The Holy Baptistery of Saint Lydia offers a quiet retreat for those seeking spiritual reflection, and its historical importance makes it a must-visit destination for anyone interested in early Christian history. Whether visiting for religious or cultural reasons, the baptistery provides a deep connection to the roots of...

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It is located in Philippi, Greece. We visited there on Sunday. Church was opened, and many groups are doing service. Must visit and follow like her!!

Acts 16:14-15 describes Lydia, a God-fearing woman from Thyatira, who was converted to Christianity by Paul's message and subsequently baptized along with her household. After her conversion and baptism, she invited Paul and Silas to stay at her house.

-Lydia's Conversion: In Philippi, while Paul was preaching at a river, Lydia, a seller of purple cloth and a worshiper of God, listened to his message. Bible Study Tools says she was a worshiper of God. -The Lord opened her heart: The Lord opened her heart to respond to Paul's message, indicating that she was receptive to the gospel. Baptism: Following her conversion, Lydia and her entire household were baptized. -Invitation to Stay: After the baptism, Lydia extended an invitation to Paul and Silas, saying, "If you consider me a believer in the Lord, come and stay at my house". -Persuasion: She then prevailed upon them to accept her invitation. Significance: Lydia's conversion and hospitality are significant because -she became the first Christian convert in Europe and her house became a place here the...

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Το Ιερό Βαπτιστήριο της Αγίας Λυδίας είναι ένα σημαντικό θρησκευτικό μνημείο στην Ελλάδα, που βρίσκεται κοντά στην πόλη της Καβάλας, στην περιοχή των Φιλίππων. Είναι αφιερωμένο στην Αγία Λυδία την Φιλιππησία, την πρώτη Ευρωπαία χριστιανή που βαπτίστηκε από τον Απόστολο Παύλο.

Εδώ είναι μερικά πράγματα που πρέπει να θυμάστε για αυτό το ιερό μέρος:

Ιστορική Σημασία: Το βαπτιστήριο βρίσκεται στην όχθη του ποταμού Ζυγάκτη, ο οποίος πιστεύεται ότι είναι ο ίδιος ποταμός όπου ο Απόστολος Παύλος βάπτισε την Αγία Λυδία το 49 ή 50 μ.Χ. κατά την πρώτη του επίσκεψη στην Ευρώπη. Αυτό το γεγονός σηματοδοτεί την έναρξη της χριστιανικής πίστης στην ευρωπαϊκή ήπειρο. Αγία Λυδία: Η Αγία Λυδία ήταν μια ευκατάστατη έμπορος πορφύρας από τα Θυάτειρα της Μικράς Ασίας, η οποία εγκαταστάθηκε στους Φιλίππους. Άκουσε το κήρυγμα του Αποστόλου Παύλου, πίστεψε στον Χριστό και βαπτίστηκε μαζί με την οικογένειά της και τους οικιακούς της. Θεωρείται η προστάτιδα των βαφέων. Αρχαιολογικός Χώρος: Η περιοχή γύρω από το βαπτιστήριο έχει αρχαιολογική σημασία, καθώς βρίσκεται κοντά στον αρχαίο χώρο των Φιλίππων, μιας σημαντικής ρωμαϊκής αποικίας. Σύγχρονο Βαπτιστήριο: Το σύγχρονο βαπτιστήριο είναι μια εντυπωσιακή ανοιχτή κατασκευή, η οποία επιτρέπει την τέλεση βαπτίσεων στον φυσικό ποταμό Ζυγάκτη. Έχει σχεδιαστεί με σεβασμό στην ιστορική και θρησκευτική σημασία του τόπου. Προσκύνημα: Το Ιερό Βαπτιστήριο της Αγίας Λυδίας αποτελεί έναν σημαντικό τόπο προσκυνήματος για χριστιανούς από όλο τον κόσμο, οι οποίοι έρχονται να τιμήσουν την πρώτη Ευρωπαία χριστιανή και να βιώσουν την ιστορική ατμόσφαιρα του πρώτου βαπτίσματος στην Ευρώπη. Εκκλησιαστικές Τελετές: Στο βαπτιστήριο τελούνται ιερά μυστήρια βαπτίσεων, αναβιώνοντας τον ιστορικό αυτό γεγονός. Επισκεψιμότητα: Ο χώρος είναι επισκέψιμος για το κοινό και προσφέρει μια ευκαιρία να συνδυάσει κανείς την ιστορική και θρησκευτική γνώση με την ομορφιά του φυσικού τοπίου.

Εάν βρίσκεστε στην περιοχή της Καβάλας, μια επίσκεψη στο Ιερό Βαπτιστήριο της Αγίας Λυδίας είναι μια εμπειρία με μεγάλη ιστορική και...

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The Holy Baptistery of Saint Lydia of Philippi (Ιερό Βαπτιστήριο Αγίας Λυδίας της Φιλιππησίας) is a significant religious and historical site located near the ancient city of Philippi in northern Greece. This sacred place marks the spot where Lydia of Thyatira, a wealthy merchant and the first recorded Christian convert in Europe, was baptized by the Apostle Paul around 49 AD. Surrounded by lush greenery and located by the Zygaktis River, the baptistery exudes a peaceful and spiritual atmosphere, making it a pilgrimage site for many Christians. The modern chapel built on this site is dedicated to Saint Lydia, and it blends Byzantine architectural elements with a serene, natural landscape. The outdoor baptistery, where baptisms are still performed today, symbolizes the deep historical and spiritual roots of Christianity in Europe. Inside the chapel, visitors can admire beautiful mosaics and icons that depict the life of Saint Lydia and her significant role in the early spread of Christianity. The baptistery serves as a reminder of the transformative moment in Christian history when Paul’s missionary journey led to the founding of the first Christian community on the continent. The Holy Baptistery of Saint Lydia offers a quiet retreat for those seeking spiritual reflection, and its historical importance makes it a must-visit destination for anyone interested in early Christian history. Whether visiting for religious or cultural reasons, the baptistery provides a deep connection to the roots of Christianity in Europe.
Douglas ShinDouglas Shin
It is located in Philippi, Greece. We visited there on Sunday. Church was opened, and many groups are doing service. Must visit and follow like her!! Acts 16:14-15 describes Lydia, a God-fearing woman from Thyatira, who was converted to Christianity by Paul's message and subsequently baptized along with her household. After her conversion and baptism, she invited Paul and Silas to stay at her house. -Lydia's Conversion: In Philippi, while Paul was preaching at a river, Lydia, a seller of purple cloth and a worshiper of God, listened to his message. Bible Study Tools says she was a worshiper of God. -The Lord opened her heart: The Lord opened her heart to respond to Paul's message, indicating that she was receptive to the gospel. Baptism: Following her conversion, Lydia and her entire household were baptized. -Invitation to Stay: After the baptism, Lydia extended an invitation to Paul and Silas, saying, "If you consider me a believer in the Lord, come and stay at my house". -Persuasion: She then prevailed upon them to accept her invitation. Significance: Lydia's conversion and hospitality are significant because -she became the first Christian convert in Europe and her house became a place here the Philippian church met.
manos psathasmanos psathas
The monumental modern Church-Baptistery-Pilgrimage of the Equal Apostle Saint Lydia of Philippia. The Church-Baptistery, with the very successful architectural plans of Mr. Ioannis Koumanoudis, a masterpiece, is designed according to the architectural standards of the Octagon. In the center of the octagon is the marble flask where the baptism of infants is performed. Unique for their compositions are the hagiographies at the base of the Octagon of the dome. On the bank of the river Zygaktis, outside the walls of Philippi, the godly Lydia listened carefully to Paul's sermon, believed and was baptized by the great Apostle and became the first Greek-European Christian.
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The Holy Baptistery of Saint Lydia of Philippi (Ιερό Βαπτιστήριο Αγίας Λυδίας της Φιλιππησίας) is a significant religious and historical site located near the ancient city of Philippi in northern Greece. This sacred place marks the spot where Lydia of Thyatira, a wealthy merchant and the first recorded Christian convert in Europe, was baptized by the Apostle Paul around 49 AD. Surrounded by lush greenery and located by the Zygaktis River, the baptistery exudes a peaceful and spiritual atmosphere, making it a pilgrimage site for many Christians. The modern chapel built on this site is dedicated to Saint Lydia, and it blends Byzantine architectural elements with a serene, natural landscape. The outdoor baptistery, where baptisms are still performed today, symbolizes the deep historical and spiritual roots of Christianity in Europe. Inside the chapel, visitors can admire beautiful mosaics and icons that depict the life of Saint Lydia and her significant role in the early spread of Christianity. The baptistery serves as a reminder of the transformative moment in Christian history when Paul’s missionary journey led to the founding of the first Christian community on the continent. The Holy Baptistery of Saint Lydia offers a quiet retreat for those seeking spiritual reflection, and its historical importance makes it a must-visit destination for anyone interested in early Christian history. Whether visiting for religious or cultural reasons, the baptistery provides a deep connection to the roots of Christianity in Europe.
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It is located in Philippi, Greece. We visited there on Sunday. Church was opened, and many groups are doing service. Must visit and follow like her!! Acts 16:14-15 describes Lydia, a God-fearing woman from Thyatira, who was converted to Christianity by Paul's message and subsequently baptized along with her household. After her conversion and baptism, she invited Paul and Silas to stay at her house. -Lydia's Conversion: In Philippi, while Paul was preaching at a river, Lydia, a seller of purple cloth and a worshiper of God, listened to his message. Bible Study Tools says she was a worshiper of God. -The Lord opened her heart: The Lord opened her heart to respond to Paul's message, indicating that she was receptive to the gospel. Baptism: Following her conversion, Lydia and her entire household were baptized. -Invitation to Stay: After the baptism, Lydia extended an invitation to Paul and Silas, saying, "If you consider me a believer in the Lord, come and stay at my house". -Persuasion: She then prevailed upon them to accept her invitation. Significance: Lydia's conversion and hospitality are significant because -she became the first Christian convert in Europe and her house became a place here the Philippian church met.
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The monumental modern Church-Baptistery-Pilgrimage of the Equal Apostle Saint Lydia of Philippia. The Church-Baptistery, with the very successful architectural plans of Mr. Ioannis Koumanoudis, a masterpiece, is designed according to the architectural standards of the Octagon. In the center of the octagon is the marble flask where the baptism of infants is performed. Unique for their compositions are the hagiographies at the base of the Octagon of the dome. On the bank of the river Zygaktis, outside the walls of Philippi, the godly Lydia listened carefully to Paul's sermon, believed and was baptized by the great Apostle and became the first Greek-European Christian.
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