Garden of Gethsemane
Jerusalem
Overview
Nestled at the foot of the Mount of Olives, the Garden of Gethsemane contains ancient olive trees that may date back to the time of Christ. The Basilica of the Agony stands over the rock where Jesus prayed before his arrest.
Highlights
Nestled at the foot of the Mount of Olives, the Garden of Gethsemane contains ancient olive trees that may date back to the time of Christ
The Basilica of the Agony stands over the rock where Jesus prayed before his arrest
Biblical significance
Jesus prayed here the night of his betrayal — 'Not my will, but yours be done.' Judas led the soldiers here to arrest him. It is one of the most emotionally powerful sites in all of Christian pilgrimage.
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