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What does Jerusalem translate to in Hebrew?
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Irshalom, City of Peace.
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Which Israeli King established Jerusalem as the capital of Israel around 1000 BC?
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King David.
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Which Israeli King built the original Jewish Temple that remains today?
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King David's son, King Soloman.
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What is the only part of the Second Jewish Temple that remains today?
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The Western Wall.
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What is another name for the Western Wall?
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The Wailing Wall.
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What does this name symbolize to the Israelis?
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The fact that their temple is no longer there and the hardships that they've faced over time.
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Why is the Church of the Holy Sepulcher a very important Christian Church in Jerusalem?
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The church was built where it is thought to where Jesus died and was buried.
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Where in Jerusalem was the Islamic Dome of the Rock shrine built in the seventh century AD?
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On the Temple Mount/ Mt.Moriah.
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Why are the Jews not supposed to walk on the Temple Mount (known as the Noble Sanctuary to Muslims)?
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There used to be holy rooms (where the 10 Commandments were) and they're afraid they might step in the wrong area.
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Why is the Dome of the Rock shrine sacred to Muslims?
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The Muslims say that Muhammad traveled to meet their God, Allah.
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