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Description
Description
This Samaritan oil lamp, dating to approximately 200 AD, reflects the unique cultural and religious identity of the Samaritan community during Roman rule. Crafted from terracotta, the lamp features distinct geometric patterns and a characteristic rounded body with a filling hole and spout. These lamps served both practical and ceremonial purposes, illuminating homes and places of worship within the Samaritan tradition.
Biblical Significance This lamp is connected to the Samaritan community, which plays a prominent role in biblical narratives. The parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37) highlights the virtues of compassion and mercy, and this lamp offers a tangible connection to the people and traditions of that time.
Weight: 67 grams
Dimensions: 10 X 6.5 cm
Period and Time
Period and Time
Timeframe: 200 AD
Historical Context: This oil lamp originates from the Roman period, a time when Samaria was under Roman rule. The Samaritans maintained a distinct religious and cultural identity, centered around the worship of Yahweh and their own sacred sites, such as Mount Gerizim. Oil lamps like this were essential in daily life and symbolized light as a source of guidance and spirituality in Samaritan and broader ancient traditions.
Material
Material
Composition: Terracotta
Properties: Durable and practical, terracotta was the material of choice for everyday items in ancient Samaria, reflecting both the artistic sensibilities and resourcefulness of the period.
