Cave of the Patriarchs

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The Cave of the Patriarchs, also known as the Ibrahimi Mosque, is a significant religious site located in Hebron, Palestine. It is considered sacred in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. According to tradition, the cave is the burial place of the patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, as well as their wives Sarah, Rebekah, and Leah. The site is marked by a large and impressive Herodian structure built over 2,000 years ago. Over the centuries, it has been a focal point for pilgrimage and worship, and it remains a place of profound historical and spiritual importance. The complex has seen various changes and conflicts, reflecting the turbulent history of the region.

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