Deuteronomy – Map Collection
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Jerusalem’s Holy Hill: The Temple Mount, Kidron Valley, and Mount of Olives
$10.00
Why Was Jerusalem’s Hill So Important to Israel’s Story?
Jerusalem sits among rugged hills and deep valleys, but one hill became the center of Israel’s worship and spiritual life. From King David’s city to the magnificent Temple built by Solomon, Jerusalem’s high ground shaped the history of God’s people. Explore the landscape surrounding the city and discover why this place became so important throughout the Bible.
Description
Jerusalem’s Hills, Valleys, and the Home of the Temple
Jerusalem was built in a rugged landscape surrounded by hills, ridges, and steep valleys. The Kidron Valley runs along the eastern side of the city, separating it from the Mount of Olives ridge. Farther north, the landscape rises toward the Judean Hills, while the Judean Badlands extend into the drier terrain east of Jerusalem. These natural features influenced how people approached, defended, and lived in the ancient city.
Jerusalem became especially important during the reign of King David, who established it as his capital. His son Solomon later built the Temple, creating a central place for Israel’s worship. The Temple became a defining landmark in Jerusalem’s history, and generations of Israelites traveled there for religious festivals and sacrifices.
This map highlights Jerusalem’s elevated setting and its relationship to the surrounding terrain. The inset illustrations provide a visual connection to the city during David’s reign and to Solomon’s Temple, helping readers picture how Jerusalem developed into a political and religious center. Its location among the hills also helps explain why Jerusalem appears so often in biblical accounts of kings, prophets, worship, and conflict.
From David’s establishment of the city as his capital to Solomon’s construction of the Temple, Jerusalem’s geography is closely tied to Israel’s story. Understanding the hills and valleys around the city makes it easier to follow the biblical events that unfolded there and appreciate why Jerusalem remained central to the faith and history of God’s people.
What You Get
- A detailed view of Jerusalem’s elevated landscape and surrounding hills.
- The locations of the Kidron Valley and Mount of Olives ridge.
- A geographical introduction to the Judean Hills and Judean Badlands.
- Illustrations connecting Jerusalem during David’s reign with Solomon’s Temple.
- Historical context for understanding Jerusalem’s importance as Israel’s capital and center of worship.
- A Bible study resource for exploring the stories of David, Solomon, and the Temple.
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