The Holy Temple of Jerusalem refers to two destroyed Jewish temples on the Temple Mount, now occupied by two Islamic shrines. The site is a hotspot of religious conflict and is the third holiest site in Islam. The original temple was supposedly built by King Solomon in 957 BC, and the Second Temple was destroyed […]
Jerusalem stone, a type of limestone found near the ancient city, is used in building projects, religious art, and ceremonial pieces. It comes in various colors and can be used for flooring, wall cladding, countertops, and more. Softer types are less expensive and malleable. It is also used in religious jewelry and symbols and in […]
Jerusalem artichokes, also known as sunchokes, are sweet, crunchy tubers grown in many temperate zones. They are related to sunflowers and were consumed by Native Americans before being brought to Europe. The name “Jerusalem” may have come from a corruption of “girasole,” the Italian word for sunflower. They can be eaten raw or cooked and […]
Jerusalem Syndrome is a mental phenomenon where visitors to Jerusalem develop religious delusions, believing they may be God or a famous person from the Bible. It affects only members of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, with Jews and Christians accounting for the majority of cases. Many patients have pre-existing mental disorders, but some arrive completely sane […]
The New Jerusalem is a concept in Judaism and Christianity, referring to the abode of God where believers will go at the end of time or when they die. It can be a literal or figurative place, and is associated with the restoration of God’s kingdom and the removal of sin and suffering. Jerusalem is […]
