The newly restored shrine surrounding what is believed to be Jesus’ tomb was unveiled at a ceremony in Jerusalem Wednesday following months of delicate work. Religious leaders opened the ceremony at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, built at the site where Christians believe Jesus was crucified and buried. They stood in front of the 19th-century edicule surrounding the tomb as hymns were sung. Dignitaries including Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras were in attendance. Greek Orthodox...
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