3 Reasons Why Jerusalem Is A Holy City

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By Anwesha

ISRAEL---You may have heard a number of times that Jerusalem is a holy city. The most unique thing about Jerusalem is that it is a holy city for 3 religions namely, Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Jerusalem is holy land because it houses the only surviving Jewish temple, one of the oldest churches and a famous mosque, all within 20 square kms. [link]

1. Original land of the Jewish people which Old Testament prophecy says they will be re-united.
2. Jesus Christ was captured and crucified in Jerusalem and buried nearby.
3. The Prophet Muhammad ascended from the Temple Mount directly to Allah.