Jerusalem, Israel

This exhibition deals with the significance of light for Jews, Christians, and Muslims, as expressed by the lighting used in their houses of worship and other sacred buildings. The role of light in such structures is to create a holy atmosphere, distinguish between parts of the structure, and illuminate the believer's physical and spiritual path. Light, cast by a wide variety of devices, symbolizes God’s presence in the holy space, revealing truth and justice and awakening feelings of hope, benevolence, and awe. The illumination of The En Gedi synagogue, The Church of the Glorious Martyr, and The Great Mosque of Tiberias emphasizes the structure’s focal points and directs the worshiper’s gaze toward them. Along with the reading of scripture, prayer, religious rites, and the use of incense, the light of a sacred structure produces a multi-sensory emotional and spiritual experience for those who enter the holy space.

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The app allows you to view the three spaces in 360º, switch between day and night modes, and select and learn about the different lighting fixtures that illuminate them.