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Coordinates: 31°42′16″N 35°12′23″E. Bethlehem ( / ˈbɛθlɪhɛm /; Arabic: بيت لحم, Bayt Laḥm, pronunciation ⓘ; Hebrew: בֵּית לֶחֶם Bēṯ Leḥem) is a city in the Israeli-occupied West Bank of the State of Palestine, located about ten kilometres (six miles) south of Jerusalem.
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Mar 12, 2024 · Bethlehem, town in the West Bank, situated in the Judaean Hills 5 miles (8 km) south of Jerusalem. According to the Gospels (Matthew 2; Luke 2), Bethlehem was the site of the Nativity of Jesus Christ.
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Directions. Satellite. Photo Map. Bethlehem is a small city located some 10 km south of the Old City of Jerusalem within the West Bank, in an "Area A" zone administered by the Palestinian Authority.
Explore the Church of the Nativity and the Pilgrimage Route, where Jesus was born according to Christian tradition. See the ancient mosaics, convents, gardens and the historic street that leads to the holy place.
Learn about the history, religion, and culture of Bethlehem, the city where Jesus was born and David was king. Find out how to visit the Church of the Nativity, Rachel's Tomb, the Milk Grotto, and other attractions in Bethlehem.
A map of Bethlehem and its surrounding area, based on the Bible text and additional data from OpenBible.info. See the locations and occurrences of Bethlehem in the Old and New Testament, such as Rachel's burial place, David's birthplace, and Jesus' birthplace.