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Zecharia's Tomb and Hezir Sons' Tomb

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Both monuments date to the Second Temple era. The one on the right is traditionally associated with the Biblical prophet Zecharia, though it may not be his actual grave. The mausoleum on the left has an Assyrian inscription saying it is the tomb of 6 sons of the Hezir family, a renowned family of Jewish priests. The Hezir Tomb is also known as the Grotto of St. James, as some Christians believe that a skeleton found there in 4th century was that of Jesus' cousin, James, who may have hiden here.

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