Mount of Olives:

        The Mount of Olives, also known as the Mount of the Summit, is located just East of Israel. It is a very holy place according to the Book of Zechariah as this is the location that God will supposedly redeem souls in the Last Judgment. For this reason, many Jews are desirous of a burial on the Mount.[1] In the New Testament, the place holds great significance because the road from Bethany to Jerusalem passed just below the Mount. Bethany was an important transit from Jerusalem because the former was the home to Mary, Martha and Lazarus. The Bible also frequently mentions that Jesus enjoyed spending time on the Mount preaching and resting.   

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