the Holy Land

noun

: the area in the Middle East where the events of the Bible happened

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Vicki found time for weekend getaways with her girlfriends, traveling, including a trip to the Holy Land in 2013, walking, hosting her family and decorating for holidays, spending time with her grandchildren, and reading, particularly on the topic of comparative religious studies. Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 6 Feb. 2025 Theodoric’s Guide for the Holy Land reminded travelers there was no water in Jerusalem other than the rainwater collected by inhabitants and stored in cisterns for daily use. Megan Cassidy-Welch, CNN, 24 Jan. 2025 The campaign is supported by Athletes for Israel, a nonprofit organization that brings legendary sports figures to the Holy Land. Eve Glover, Fox News, 22 Jan. 2025 Pilgrimage symbols The symbols that Luce carries serve as a reminder of the origins of Christian pilgrimage, which began with visits to the Holy Land, the place where Christ lived his life. Virginia Raguin, The Conversation, 21 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for the Holy Land 

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“The Holy Land.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20Holy%20Land. Accessed 11 Feb. 2025.

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