City of jerusalem video

15 Unique Bible Insights about the City of Jerusalem Melchizedek’s Reign: Jerusalem’s earliest biblical mention is as the city of Salem, where Melchizedek reigned as king and priest. Melchizedek blessed Abraham and is considered a type of Christ in Christian theology (Genesis 14:18-20). Jebusite Stronghold: Before King David captured Jerusalem, it was known as Jebus, a fortified city held by the Jebusites. The city’s impregnable nature led its defenders to boast that even the blind and the lame could fend off attackers (2 Samuel 5:6-7). David’s Capital: David made Jerusalem the political and spiritual capital of Israel. He brought the Ark of the Covenant to the city, establishing it as the center of worship (2 Samuel 6:12-17). Solomon’s Temple: Solomon built the first Temple in Jerusalem on Mount Moriah, the site where Abraham was to sacrifice Isaac. This Temple became the central place of worship for the Israelites (1 Kings 6). Hezekiah’s Tunnel: King Hezekiah constructed a tunnel to bring water from the Gihon Spring into the city to protect Jerusalem's water supply during sieges. The tunnel, a remarkable feat of engineering, is still visible today (2 Kings 20:20). Babylonian Destruction: In 586 BCE, Jerusalem was besieged and destroyed by Nebuchadnezzar, king of Babylon. The Temple was burned, and many inhabitants were taken into exile (2 Kings 25:8-12). Nehemiah’s Reconstruction: