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Because Abraham is buried there, along with his wife Sarah, his son Isaac and grandson Jacob and their wives. They were the founders of Judaism.

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What are the Historical places for Judaism?

The entire Holy Land; especially such places as Jerusalem and Hebron.


Is Mecca the holy city for judaism?

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the holy cities of islam is Mecca city, Medina, Dome of the Rock, Hebron, Mashhad, and Qom. :)


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Is Jerusalem considered a holy city?

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What is the holy city that these religions have in common?

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Why is Hebron important?

Hebron is important for its historical and religious significance in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. It is the second holiest city in Judaism after Jerusalem and is home to the Tomb of the Patriarchs, a site revered by all three religions as the burial place of Abraham, Sarah, Isaac, Rebecca, Jacob, and Leah. Additionally, Hebron has been a focal point for Israeli-Palestinian tensions and settlements.