Because of David making Jerusalem the capital of their kingdom and Solomon building the first Temple located in Jerusalem, which is important to Jews because it housed the Ark of the Covenant which Jews see as important to them because it is a symbol of their freedom from slavery and the Covenant God made with Moses, and allowed Jews to establish their promised land. ... It was during the period of David's kingship that the city of Jerusalem became the centre of Israelite government and religion. ... Over time, especially as themonarchy declined, Jerusalem became the symbol of God'...

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