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Alqosh · Shrine / Tomb
Tomb of Nahum
Permanent ID · IJHDA-SITE-0014
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Briefing
The historic shrine in Alqosh traditionally associated with the prophet Nahum. Located in Alqosh, it is preserved here as part of Iraq’s Jewish heritage. The site belongs to a long tradition of pilgrimage and religious memory. Traditional identifications are presented as part of the historical and devotional record.
Record details
- Location
- Alqosh
- Type
- Shrine / Tomb
- Permanent ID
- IJHDA-SITE-0014
Source
Suggested citation
Iraqi Jewish Heritage Library & Digital Archive, “Tomb of Nahum,” IJHDA-SITE-0014, Accessed 14 August 2026. https://iraqdiplomaticdoor.com/heritage/sites/tomb-of-nahum/