Jerusalem in the Bible
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- The Lord Will Editorial Team
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- Ugo Candido, Engineer
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- Biblical Places
The holy city of Jerusalem, central to Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, where Jesus was crucified and resurrected.
Historical Context
Jerusalem has been continuously inhabited for over 3,000 years. King David established it as the capital of Israel around 1000 BC. The First Temple was built by Solomon, destroyed by Babylonians in 586 BC, and the Second Temple was destroyed by Romans in 70 AD.
Location Details
Country: Israel
Region: Judea
Coordinates: 31.768300, 35.213700
Type: City
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