Episode 2 of 2
Taking Residence in Jerusalem
- When
- 1842
- Where
- Jerusalem
Alexander took up his residence in Jerusalem at the beginning of 1842, establishing institutions under his leadership.
He arrived in Jerusalem in early 1842. During his tenure, he established a School of Industry, an Enquirers House, a Hebrew College, and the first hospital in Palestine. The Roman Catholic church responded by sending a Patriarch to counteract his influence.
Sources
- Anglo-Prussian bishopric in Jerusalem Wikipedia, revision of 2026-06-23
- Michael Alexander (bishop) Wikipedia, revision of 2026-06-04
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