Şanlıurfa Prophet Mosque (Circis Prophet Mosque)

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Located in the Kamberiye neighborhood of Şanlıurfa, adjacent to the Mufti's Office, the Prophet Mosque , also known locally as the Circis Prophet Mosque , holds historical significance from both a religious and cultural perspective .

• The mosque is considered to have been built in the name of the Prophet Circis , and research shows that the original structure was a church .
• The structure was built outside the walls of Urfa and is considered to be the tomb of the Prophet Circis.
• Located among the churches converted into mosques, the building has been a religious and social center throughout history.

There are two inscriptions inside and outside the building; there is also a Syriac inscription :

• The inscription written on a column inside the mosque reads:

“This church was completed in the month of Rajab, 1260, during the reign of the young Sultan Abdulmecid Khan (1839–1861) – may God perpetuate his dominion – and during the time of his charitable field marshal Ekrem Salih Vechi Pasha – may God continue his friendship – and during the time of the deputy of the district governor’s office, Bahri Pasha, as the district governor – may God increase his fortune – and during the tenure of Çerkez Hüseyin Ağa – may God increase his value.”

• The marble inscription in the narthex, next to the entrance door, indicates that the building was repaired and converted into a mosque by Muhammed Çarhoğlu in 1965 (1385 AH).

• The mosque presents both the architectural features of the ancient church structure and the repairs and religious function of the Ottoman period.
• The columns, stonework and inscriptions of the building convey the historical and cultural texture of the period to visitors.
• Circis Prophet Mosque is an important stop among the historical mosques and churches in Şanlıurfa.

• For history and religion enthusiasts, it offers a unique opportunity to see the past of both churches and mosques .
• The building's location, proximity to the city walls, and features reflecting the period's architecture allow visitors to discover the historical texture of Şanlıurfa .

The Prophet Mosque (Circis) showcases Şanlıurfa's rich historical and cultural heritage, both with its ancient church origins and its history as a mosque . Offering visitors a historical journey through its inscriptions and architecture, the building is one of the city's major religious centers.

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