The place where Jesus was crucified is traditionally called Golgotha or Calvary , which means the “place of the skull.” The exact spot is debated, but the strongest traditional identification is the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem.

Quick Scoop

  • Biblical name: Golgotha, also called Calvary.
  • Meaning: “Place of the skull”.
  • Location: Outside Jerusalem in Roman times, according to the Gospel accounts and many scholars.
  • Traditional site: The Church of the Holy Sepulchre.

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