Day 3: Arrival in Jerusalem: Upper Room/Davids Tomb

We arrive in Jerusalem, our first stop was at the Zion Gate, where the bullet holes in the walls still remain from the 1967 war.  We then came to the Upper Room which is not the actual upper room where Jesus met with the disciples, but a place erected in honor of what took place there.  It is over what is also known as King David's tomb.  The orthodox Jews pay homage to King David in this place and it is a special place for them to remember and honor their ancient king.  We had to don yarmulkas in order to visit this place.  I think it's a good look for me, what do you think?










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