Reply To: Syncretism

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There are many instances of syncretism between Jewish/Early Christian art and architecture and that of the Romans. A good example this is the Royal Complex of Herodium. Herod had a bathhouse built in the traditional Roman fashion, and the overall structure and architecture is very reminiscent of famous Roman structures. Another great example is mosaic at the Beit Alpha Synagogue. The god Helios that is depicted in the center is a very clear sign of Roman influence in the artwork, as well as the overall style of the mosaic being very reminiscent of Roman mosaics.