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WATCH: Armenian history in Jerusalem

Since time immemorial the Jewish People have had a continuous presence in the Land of Israel and particularly in Jerusalem, their eternal capital. The Armenian presence in Jerusalem dates back to the 4th century AD, when Armenia adopted Christianity as a national religion, and it is considered the oldest living diaspora community outside the Armenian homeland. Learn about the ancient Christians that are part of the diverse Israeli capital.

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