Day: November 10, 2024
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The Sea of Galilee, Capernaum, Tabgha
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The Sea of Galilee is not a sea but a freshwater lake in northeast Israel. At 656 ft. below sea level, it is the lowest freshwater lake on Earth. It is fed mainly by the Jordan River which runs through it. Much of Jesus’ ministry occurred on its shores. And…
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Mount of Olives
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The Mount of Olives is a mountain ridge about a half mile east of Jerusalem. From the top looking west, one sees views of the Holy City, while facing eastward one sees miles of the Judean Desert leading to the Dead Sea. Several holy sites are located on and around the…