David captures the stronghold
David takes the stronghold of Zion and makes it his royal city.
All places
City · Hill country of Judah and later Judea
Jerusalem
Also known as: Zion, City of David
Identification status
Location widely established
Place profile
Jerusalem becomes David’s royal city and the site of Solomon’s temple. It remains central to the histories of Judah, the prophetic writings, the ministry of Jesus, and the opening chapters of Acts.
Biblical setting
Hill country of Judah and later Judea
Present-day setting
The historic city of Jerusalem
Connected people
David
Established the city as his capital
Basis: 2 Samuel 5
Open personSolomon
Built and dedicated the temple
Basis: 1 Kings 6–8
Open personJesus
Taught, was crucified, and was reported risen here
Basis: The four Gospels
Open personPeter
Witness and leader in the earliest Jerusalem church
Basis: Acts 1–5
Open personMajor events
Temple dedication
Solomon dedicates the temple and prays before the assembly.
Jesus enters Jerusalem
Jesus enters the city before his final week.
Crucifixion and resurrection accounts
The Gospels place Jesus’ death, burial, and resurrection appearances in and around Jerusalem.