In ancient Jerusalem, what major natural valley marks the eastern boundary of the Old City, separating the Temple Mount from the Mount of Olives?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. The Kidron Valley
- Step 1: The Kidron Valley runs north-to-south between the eastern wall of the Temple Mount/City of David and the Mount of Olives.
- Step 2: It contains ancient monumental rock-cut tombs, including the Tomb of Absalom and the Tomb of Zechariah.
Answer
The Kidron Valley.
Why not the others: The Hinnom Valley curves around the western and southern sides of Mount Zion; the Tyropoeon Valley was the central valley dividing the western and eastern hills; the Rephaim Valley lies southwest of the city.
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