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Mount of Olives, Olivet

Definition:

The Mount of Olives is a mountain or large hill located near the east side of the city of Jerusalem. It is about 787 meters high.

  • In the Old Testament, this mountain is sometimes referred to as "the mountain that is east of Jerusalem."
  • The New Testament records several occasions when Jesus and his disciples went to the Mount of Olives to pray and rest.
  • Jesus was arrested in the Garden of Gethsemane, which is located on the Mount of Olives.
  • This could also be translated as "Olive Hill" or "Olive Tree Mountain."

(See also: Translate Names)

(See also: Gethsemane, olive)

Bible References:

Word Data:

  • Strong's: H2022, H2132, G3735, G1636