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Church of the Pater Noster

Where Jesus taught the Lord's Prayer — in every tongue of earth.

About This Holy Site

On this mountain, Jesus taught His disciples how to pray. The Carmelite convent displays the Lord's Prayer in over 140 languages on beautiful ceramic tiles throughout the cloisters. Walking these peaceful corridors, you hear the words 'Our Father' echoing in the languages of all nations.

Biblical Significance

Matthew 6:9-13, Luke 11:1-4