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Jerusalem
The capital of Israel, Jerusalem is situated in the Judean Mountains between the northern edge of the Dead Sea and the Mediterranean Sea. It is a holy city to the three major religions –Christianity, Islam and Judaism. The city has a population of 780,200 as of 2009.
1,227 Questions
When was the Temple in Jerusalem destroyed and under which Emperorʼs rule?
The Roman destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem took place in 70 AD under the rule of the emperor Vespasian. The temple itself was destroyed by Titus, the son of Vespasian, who was the general in charge of the siege.
Is Palestine the capital of Israel?
No. There is no place or city called "Palestinia". Palestine is the name of the country claimed by Arabs on parts of the former Mandate for Palestine in contention or alongside the Jewish State of Israel. The capital of Israel is Jerusalem and the de facto capitals of Palestine are Gaza City and Ramallah.
What is the dome of the rock climate?
depends on the climate, if the outside is cold, inside of the place is hot. and is always the opposite.
Who is the current mayor of Jerusalem?
In 2011 the mayor of Jerusalem is Nir Barkat. Nir Barkat was elected in November 2008.
What time do stores close in Jerusalem?
some stores close at 1 pm or 4pm but some of them 3pm or 4 pm
What is the distance from Jerusalem to the town of Akko?
The distance is 180 km by car (a little over a 2-hour drive).
The Dome of the Rock was built by Abd AlMalik ibn Marwan. It is a most beautiful Masjid and is Jerusalem's most imposing and grand master piece.
Where did the Dung Gate in Jerusalem got its name from?
The Dung Gate is exactly what it means "DUNG" this was the gate that was entered to exterminate ones own waste. You know "go to the bathroom".
Where will the new Jerusalem be located?
"And I saw a new heaven and a new earth: for the first heaven and the first earth were passed away; and there was no more sea..." (Rev.21:1).
The Holy City, New Jerusalem, will be relocated onto the re-made earth... fire will melt and purify and refine the elements and it will sparkle like a jewel in the universe.
What are the 12 gates of Jerusalem?
you can go to this website to see photos of the 12 and their names: http://www.bibleplaces.com/oldcitygates.htm
and here:
http://www.thehope.org/gates12.htm
Is Jerusalem in the land of goshen?
No, Jerusalem is in Israel, the Land of Goshen is/was an area in northeast Egypt where the Jews were held in slavery before Moses lead them out.
Who rebuilt the temple in Jerusalem?
The 40,000 Jews and their slaves who opted to return to Palestine from Babylon.
Another view:
Two people were the main contributors of this. One's name was Ezra and the other's Nechemia.
I believe that people always have and always will have arguments over differences of religion. Now if they would only stop killing each other because of this....
Why were Mary and Joseph travelling just before the birth of Jesus?
Joseph and Mary were traveling as a decree had gone out by Augustus that all must register in their own town. So Joseph was traveling with Mary to Bethlehem.
How many stamps you need to send the letter from US to Israel?
One. Go to: http://pe.usps.com/text/Imm/il_007.htm#ep1389181
Who was the leper king of Jerusalem?
Baldwin IV, he ruled for a short time due to his illness. He was noted as "the pig" in some middle eastern history, contradictory to modern media publications portraying him as a noble peace loving king.
What is the mileage from Jerusalem to Tiberias?
According to Google Maps the mileage between Jerusalem to Tiberias is 164km or 101.9 miles.
