Holy Land

British

noun

another name for Palestine

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The first Bible to include a map of the Holy Land appeared in 1525, exactly 500 years ago.

From Science Daily

This was the case of the U.S.-based Holy Land Foundation, whose leaders were convicted in 2008 for funneling millions of dollars to Hamas.

From The Wall Street Journal

The most remarkable aspect of the Treasure of the Custody of the Holy Land is that the extraordinary objects on view still exist, thanks to the Franciscans.

From The Wall Street Journal

In the 19th century, after the Second Great Awakening, few traveled to the Holy Land.

From The Wall Street Journal

Abed, who sports an impressive beard and a baritone voice, passionately advocates for Christians to stay in the Holy Land.

From Los Angeles Times

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