Mount of Temptation

proper noun

The supposed location of the Temptation of Christ in the early 1st century.

Meanings

proper noun

alternative Mount of the Temptation

  1. ChristianityThe supposed location of the Temptation of Christ in the early 1st century.

Synonyms & antonyms

proper nounJebel Quruntul, a mountain near Jericho traditionally associated with this event since at least the 4th century.

Translations

Finnish erämaa
  • erämaaTranslations
Greek έρημος
  • έρημος (érimos)Translations
Latin Quarantina, Quarentena
  • QuarantinaTranslations
  • QuarentenaTranslations
  • QuarantaniaTranslations
  • QuarenniaTranslations
  • QuarantanaTranslations
  • QuarantaTranslations
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Chicago

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