Mount of Olives
Overview
- Type: Ridge / ascent east of Jerusalem
- Testament: Both
- Modern Location: East of Jerusalem
Biblical Significance
In 2 Samuel the ascent of Olivet is the road of David’s weeping flight from Jerusalem during Absalom’s Rebellion. The place later becomes significant again in the life of Christ.
Key Events
- Absalom’s Rebellion - David ascends the mount weeping and barefoot
Key People Associated
- David - Flees in sorrow
- Absalom - The rebellion forcing the flight
- Hushai - Meets David in the crisis
Important Verses
“And David went up by the ascent of mount Olivet, and wept as he went up…” - 2 Samuel 15:30
Cross-References
Notes
The Mount of Olives in 2 Samuel is a hill of grief, humility, and dependence rather than triumph.