Following Israeli occupation, Jewish presence was restored in the city. Since the 1997 Hebron Protocol, most of Hebron has been governed by the Palestinian National Authority. The city is …

Dec 23, 2025 · Hebron, city in the West Bank, situated in the southern Judaean Hills south-southwest of Jerusalem. Located about 3,050 feet (930 meters) above sea level, Hebron long …

Hebron (Al-Khalil in Arabic) is about 20 miles (32 km) south of Jerusalem and is built on several hills and wadis, most of which run north to south. The Hebrew word Hebron is derived from the …

Hebron appears to have been a major political, social and spiritual center in the era of King David. Before David ruled in Jerusalem, Hebron was the seat of his monarchy for seven and a half …

Jun 5, 2018 · Hebron was (and still is) the foremost city in the Judean hill country south of Jerusalem. The name Hebron likely derives from the Hebrew root ח.ב.ר, meaning “friend.” The …

Jul 17, 2025 · In late August, an Arab mob launched a premeditated and coordinated attack on the Jewish quarter of Hebron, killing 67 residents and leaving over 50 wounded. The survivors …

Hebron was an ancient Canaanite royal city, which according to archaeological findings was probably founded in 3,500 B.C.E., and mentioned in the Bible as existing during the eighteenth …

In summary, Hebron is a city deeply embedded in the biblical narrative, serving as a testament to God's faithfulness and the unfolding of His redemptive plan through the history of Israel.

Mar 1, 2019 · Hebron is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world yet it dominates the news cycle even today. Its chief attraction is the ancient burial complex of the …

Hebron is a Palestinian city 30 km (19 mi), south off Jerusalem. It is situated in the Judaean Mountains, 930 meters (3,050 feet) above sea level. It is the largest city in the West Bank and …