The Roots of the Coptic Church: From St. Mark to the Desert Fathers

Discover how St. Mark founded one of the earliest Christian communities, why Egypt became the birthplace of Christian monasticism, and how a dramatic split in AD 451 at the Council of Chalcedon preserved a unique ancient identity—including the final stage of the Ancient Egyptian language!

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To learn more about the traditions of Saint Mark, check out this vlog post: “The Bone Heist that Built Venice: The Legends of Saint Mark.”


We are planning returns to Egypt in 2027. Seats are available. To learn more about these or other Bible Land Explorer journeys, follow the link here. Discover the place where faith begins!