RELIGIONS
JUDAISM
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Question
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Why do Jews consider the Western Wall in Jerusalem a sacred place?
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It was built by King Solomon.
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It was part of the Second Temple.
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It was where many Jews died in rebellion against Rome.
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It was constructed with the stones that held the Ten Commandments.
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Because of the Temple Mount entry restrictions, the Wall is the holiest place where Jews are permitted to pray outside the previous Temple Mount platform, as the presumed site of the Holy of Holies, the most sacred site in the Jewish faith, lies just behind it.
Detailed explanation-2: -Of major importance was the rebuilding of the Second Temple begun by Herod the Great, king (37 bce–4 ce) of Judaea. Construction began in 20 bce and lasted for 46 years. The area of the Temple Mount was doubled and surrounded by a retaining wall with gates. The Temple was raised, enlarged, and faced with white stone.
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