Map of Jerusalem
Map of Jerusalem
Going up
Bible writers usually described Jerusalem as “up” from everywhere because it sat on the ridge of a hill. People had to climb to get to Jerusalem. The phrase expressed a sense of reverence toward what became known as the Holy City.
Half a mile high
Jerusalem is the capital city of Israel, located in the Middle East. Jerusalem sits half a mile high in the Judean Mountains. Elevation: approximately 760 meters (2493 feet) above sea level. Hills, valleys, and plateaus surround the city, making it a challenging location to invade or conquer.
The Old City of Jerusalem is surrounded by walls and divided into four quarters: the Jewish Quarter, the Muslim Quarter, the Christian Quarter, and the Armenian Quarter. The city's most significant religious sites, including the Western Wall, the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, and the Dome of the Rock, are located within these quarters.
Jerusalem is also home to the Mount of Olives, one of the city's most prominent landmarks. The mountain is mentioned in the Bible as the site where Jesus prayed before his crucifixion. It offers stunning views of the city, including the Old City walls and the Dome of the Rock.
Hot, dry town
The city's climate is characterized by hot, dry summers and mild winters, with occasional snowfall. it's landscape is mainly arid, with most of the vegetation consisting of native flora, including pine and cypress trees.
The city's religious sites are among the most famous in the world, making it a popular destination for visitors of all backgrounds.
The story of Jesus chasing merchants out of the Temple shows up in the final days of his ministry (Matthew 21:10-17; Mark 11:15-19; Luke 19:45-46).
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Jesus on trial in Jerusalem
Sermon on a field
Rocking the boat
Map of Nain
Map of Nain
Jordan River, John the Baptist’s river of choice
Jordan River, John the Baptist's river of choice
MAP JORDAN RIVER
The Jordan River and the river valley are important locations in both the Old and New Testaments. It's especially important to the Jewish and Christian people.Geography of the Jordan
Map Jordan River. The Jordan is a river in the Middle East that starts north, in the mountains of Lebanon. It flows into the Dead Sea. Bible writers talk about it many times. They report it in the story of Joshua, who led the Israelites across the Jordan into Canaan. John the Baptist baptized Jesus in the Jordan. The Jordan River valley is a lush green area that is surrounded by desert. It's famous for its fertile land and beautiful scenery. Bible writers called it the land of milk and honey. This is because God told Moses that he would lead the Israelites to a land "where milk and honey flow like rivers" (Exodus 3:8, Casual English Bible).Jordan River scenes in the Bible
The Jordan River valley is home to other important biblical sites, including Jericho. That's the city famous for its walls that came tumbling down in Joshua's time. The northern river valley is also home to the Mount of Beatitudes, where Jesus gave the Sermon on the Mount. And in that same valley, on the Sea of Galilee, is where the Bible writers report that Jesus walked on water and calmed the storm. The Casual English Bible describes the river as "the most famous river in the Bible." It says that when Joshua led the Israelites across the river and into the Promised Land "walking in the water of the Jordan River symbolized the people stepping out in faith and trusting God to keep his promise." The Bible says God stopped the Jordan River during flood sea, which allowed the Israelites to cross. Israelites are the ancient ancestors of today's Jewish people.3Don’t you realize that we have been immersed [2] in Christ Jesus? That includes his death. It’s a part of us now. 4In a sense, this immersion that included death means that we were buried with him, too. But just as the Messiah was raised from the dead by the Father’s awesome power, we get to experience a new life, too. 5If he’s a part of us now and we died with him, he’s going to be a part of us in his resurrection as well. Romans 6:3-5, Casual English Bible Compare other Bible versions at Bible Gateway