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Temple in Jerusalem

Okay kiddo, a longgg time ago, there was a very special place in Jerusalem called the Temple. It was a huge, beautiful building where people went to worship and give thanks to God.

Inside the Temple, there was a big room called the "Holy of Holies," which was considered one of the most sacred places in the world. It was said that God's presence could be felt there, and only specially chosen people called priests were allowed to go inside.

But the Temple was more than just a religious place - it was also a symbol of power and pride for the Jewish people. They built it to show everyone that they were strong and faithful.

Unfortunately, the Temple was destroyed a long time ago, and now it's just a memory. However, many people still visit the site where it once stood, called the Western Wall. It's a way for them to connect with their history and culture, and to remember the importance of the Temple to their ancestors.