Mount of Olives

Also known as: Olivet, Mount Olivet

Modern name: Mount of Olives, Jerusalem, Israel

Israel Both Testaments

The Mount of Olives is connected to both Jesus' prophetic teaching and His ascension. Zechariah prophesied that the Messiah will stand on this mountain at His return, splitting it in two.

About Mount of Olives

A ridge east of Jerusalem where Jesus often retreated for prayer and teaching. He delivered the Olivet Discourse about the end times here, ascended to heaven from its summit, and tradition holds He will return to this mountain.

Biblical Significance

The Mount of Olives is connected to both Jesus' prophetic teaching and His ascension. Zechariah prophesied that the Messiah will stand on this mountain at His return, splitting it in two.

Geographic Location

Latitude

31.7781°

Longitude

35.2453°

Known today as: Mount of Olives, Jerusalem, Israel

Quick Facts

Region
Israel
Testament
Both
Modern Name
Mount of Olives, Jerusalem, Israel
Key Verses
5
Coordinates
31.78°, 35.25°
Other Names
2

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