The Holy City: Jerusalem, Its Topography, Walls, And Temples (1892)

The Holy City: Jerusalem, Its Topography, Walls, And Temples is a detailed and comprehensive book written by S. Russell Forbes in 1892. The book is a historical and geographical account of the ancient city of Jerusalem, which is considered a holy place by Jews, Christians, and Muslims. The author provides a detailed description of the city's topography, including its hills, valleys, and water sources. He also describes the walls that surround the city, including their construction and historical significance.The book also delves into the history of Jerusalem's temples, including the First Temple, built by King Solomon, and the Second Temple, built by Zerubbabel. The author provides a detailed account of the construction of these temples, their destruction, and their subsequent rebuilding. The book also discusses the role of the temple in Jewish worship and the significance of the temple mount in Jewish and Christian traditions.The Holy City: Jerusalem, Its Topography, Walls, And Temples is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and geography of Jerusalem. The book provides a detailed and comprehensive account of the city's topography, architecture, and religious significance. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Jerusalem and its importance to the world's major religions.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work. Read more