
World's oldest known nursing home discovered in ruins of ancient Christian city, dates back 1,600 years
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An ancient mosaic that says, "Peace be with the elders," reveals a Byzantine-era facility in Hippos, providing rare evidence of ancient institutional elder care.
"It shows that Byzantine society established not only religious centers but also places dedicated to dignity and care for its seniors." Andrea Margolis is a lifestyle writer for Fox News Digital and Fox Business. Readers can follow her on X at @andreamargs or send story tips to andrea.margolis@fox.com.
The care facility was found in the ruins of the ancient city of Hippos near the Sea of Galilee. The Christian city was a significant bishop's seat in the region during the Byzantine era.
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