Place · Bible dictionary

Golgotha (Calvary)

The place outside Jerusalem, ‘the place of the skull,’ where Jesus was crucified.

Golgotha, also called Calvary, was the site of Jesus’ crucifixion between two criminals. There he bore the sin of the world and declared, ‘It is finished.’

What looked like defeat became the center of the Christian hope, for three days later the tomb was empty.

Key verses BSB · Public Domain (CC0)

John 19:17 “Carrying His own cross, He went out to The Place of the Skull, which in Hebrew is called Golgotha.” John 19:30 “When Jesus had received the sour wine, He said, “It is finished.” And bowing His head, He yielded up His spirit.”

Original BibleDawn entry. Drafted with AI assistance and reviewed for accuracy.