## It came about that ##

This phrase is used here to mark the beginning of a new part of the story. If your language has a way for doing this, you could consider using it here.

## when he drew near ##

The word "he" refers to Jesus. His disciples were traveling with him.

## Bethphage ##

Bethphage was a village on the Mount of Olives, which is across the Kidron Valley from Jerusalem.

## the mount that is called Olivet ##

"the hill that is called the Mount of Olives" or "the hill that is called "Olive Tree Mountain."