Mysterious Greek Inscription May Reveal Lost Temple Beneath Syria’s Great Mosque
A Greek inscription discovered beneath the Great Mosque of Homs in Syria is reigniting discussions about the location of the ancient Temple of the Sun. This temple was historically linked to Elagabalus, a high priest who became a Roman emperor in the third century AD. The mosque, known for its unique oval design, is believed to have been built over a church dedicated to St. John the Baptist, which may have replaced an earlier pagan temple. The inscription, found during restoration work, could provide evidence that the mosque stands on the remains of the Temple of Elagabalus. Dr. Maamoun Saleh Abdulkarim, an archaeology professor, suggests the inscription may help trace the origins of a site that has served as a place of worship across multiple religions over time. 
