damascus

• Nom propre désignant une ville ancienne, reconnue comme l'une des plus anciennes continuellement habitées au monde, et actuellement capitale et plus grande ville de Syrie. Selon le Nouveau Testament, l'apôtre Paul y vécut une conversion dramatique sur le chemin de Damas. Le nom évoque aussi l'acier de Damas et le motif damassé.

A proper noun referring to an ancient city, widely regarded as the world's oldest continuously inhabited city, and the present capital and largest city of Syria. According to the New Testament, the Apostle Paul underwent a dramatic conversion on the road to Damascus.

indénombrable · nom propre

1. Capital city of SyriaB2formal

   An ancient city, widely regarded as the world's oldest continuously inhabited city, and the present capital and largest city of Syria.

   Damas

   • Damascus is known for its rich history and ancient architecture.
   • The Umayyad Mosque is a famous landmark in Damascus.
   • He traveled to Damascus to study its cultural heritage.

2. Biblical referenceB2formal

   According to the New Testament, the location where the Apostle Paul (then known as Saul) underwent a dramatic conversion on the road to Damascus.

   Damas (conversion de Paul)

   • The story of Paul's conversion on the road to Damascus is a key event in Christian history.
   • Many pilgrims visit Damascus to see the site of Paul's conversion.
   • The phrase 'road to Damascus' is often used metaphorically for a sudden change of belief.