Friday, October 19, 2007
Sanctuary of Dominus Flevit: Mount of Olives, Jerusalem
Sanctuary sign
From the window of the Church you can see the Dome of the Rock
Closer view of the Dome of the Rock
Russian Orthodox Church along the Mount of Olives slopes
Jewish Cemetery as seen from the Mount of OlivesIf you want a great view of Jerusalem’s Old City, then you might want to go to Mount of Olives, specifically at the Sanctuary of Dominus Flevit.
Translated as “The Lord Wept,” the church is so-called because of its tear drop shape. The tears referred to here are that of Jesus, who wept upon seeing the Second Temple as he walked toward the City, knowing its impending destruction.
Peering through the window of the Church you can see the Dome of the Rock. The Sanctuary is newly built, and just like many other Christian churches and holy sites, it is under the Fransiscan Custody of the Holy Land.
Translated as “The Lord Wept,” the church is so-called because of its tear drop shape. The tears referred to here are that of Jesus, who wept upon seeing the Second Temple as he walked toward the City, knowing its impending destruction.
Peering through the window of the Church you can see the Dome of the Rock. The Sanctuary is newly built, and just like many other Christian churches and holy sites, it is under the Fransiscan Custody of the Holy Land.
Thank you for post my pictures Bong. Jerusalem have very beautiful landscapte. I hope return quickly in Israel with Chester and you !
So long !!
Julien