Mount of Olives

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

• Luke 19:29
• Luke 19:37
• Mark 13:3
• Matthew 21:1-3
• Matthew 24:3-5
• Matthew 26:30

Word Data

• Strong’s: H2022, H2132, G37350, G16360