Author

Publication

2003-06-01 - Ktav Publishing House

Language

English

Word Count

51,500 words, Guess

Page Count

206 pages

Physical Format

Paperback

Identifiers

Classifications

  • LCCDS109.28 .G66 2003

Description

"The book leads the reader into the intricate history, geography, and politics of this unique site. It relates the roots of its holiness, describes the succession of temples built on it, and explains how in the twentieth century its sanctity became intertwined with the national aspirations of both Jews and Arabs. It explains why the Temple Mount is considered the holiest site for the Jews, and how it became holy also to the Muslims. The book also explores the role of evangelical Christians, who, alongside a segment of the Jewish population, see the Temple Mount as the center of messianic aspirations, fed by the myriad of Jewish, Christian, and Muslim legends and myths which evolved around it. The book is richly illustrated with photographs, sketches, maps, and plans."--Jacket.

Subjects

Other Editions

  • Contested HolinessPaperbackKtav Publishing House2003-06-01

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