Monastery of Saint Matthew the Potter
| Monastery information | |
|---|---|
| Other names | Saint Matthew the Poor |
| Established | 704-29 |
| Dedicated to | Saint Matthew the Potter |
| Diocese | Coptic Orthodox Church of Alexandria |
| People | |
| Founder(s) | Saint Matthew the Potter |
| Site | |
| Location | Naq 'al-Zinaiqa, Luxor |
| Country | Egypt |
| Coordinates | 25°22′12″N 32°28′50″E / 25.37°N 32.480556°E |
| Public access | Yes |
The Monastery of Saint Matthew the Potter, also known as the Monastery of Saint Matthew the Poor, is a Coptic Orthodox monastery in Upper Egypt. It was founded by a Coptic monk of the same name. It is located in Luxor Governorate near the town of Naq 'al-Zinaiqa, about seven kilometers northwest of the village of Asfun al-Matana near Esna. The monastery is built at the edge of the desert.