The Holy Land
The Mount of Temptation | Where Jesus was tempted by the devil during his 40 day and 40 night fast.
The Mount of Temptation, as it is commonly called, is a mountain in the Judean Desert where Jesus was tempted by the devil during his 40 day and 40 night fast. Though the exact location of this Biblical event is not known. Mount Quarantania, also known as Jabal al-Qarantal, is the site ascribed to the…
Read MoreBethlehem | Jesus’ Birth Town
“Oh little town of Bethlehem, how still we see thee lie…” Today, Bethlehem- Jesus’ Birth Town is a bustling little town that holds the beautiful memories of Jesus’ birth. 25,000 people live within the city limits of Bethlehem, and the city looks forward to those people who are on a pilgrimage to visit Christ’s birthplace. Inside…
Read MoreMount Nebo | The Holy Land | Jordan | Where Moses looked in on the promised land
A visit to Mount Nebo is a must when visiting Jordan. The Hebrew Bible mentioned this site. It is the location where Moses looked in on the Promised Land. He was forbidden to enter, but from here, Moses was able to see the Jordan River Valley with views of the Dead Sea, Jericho, Bethlehem, and the…
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