THE YOUNG TURK 
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the; great temple: oe jupiter, or op tpie sun: baalbek 
This was the largest and most famous of the temples. It was sacred to Jupiter (Baal)^ 
with whom were associated Venus and Mercury. This magnificent building formerljr 
boasted 54 columns, of which these 6 remain. The pillars are formed of three blocks and are 
60 feet high. Note the man standing beside the pillar. 
