A rare glimpse into the sacred treasures of Ethiopia's Debre Libanos monastery in 1969.
In short: This archival footage captures a 1969 visit to the historic Debre Libanos monastery. It showcases ancient religious manuscripts, imperial regalia, and intricate liturgical objects, offering a unique visual record of artifacts preserved within this centuries-old Coptic site.
Filmed on April 15, 1969, this reel documents the architecture and treasures of the Debre Libanos monastery, a site founded in the pre-Christian era. The footage highlights a 900-year-old goatskin-bound copy of The Miracle of Saint Mary and a New Testament belonging to His Imperial Majesty, featuring a gold and felt binding.
The collection also displays royal artifacts, including the silver crown of King Yohannes, the six-ribbed crown of Queen Tayu—wife of Menelek II—and two crowns once worn by Empress Menen, who died in 1962. Beyond the regalia, the film captures various golden and silver liturgical vessels and crosses, providing a detailed look at the craftsmanship preserved within the monastery's walls.
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