Historians argue about which mountain the Transfiguration of Christ took place on.
Scientists believe that an important biblical event may not have taken place on Mount Tabor (Israel).
There is no exact information about where the Transfiguration of Christ actually took place. This causes debate among researchers.
The version with Mount Tabor has some inconsistencies, RIA Novosti writes. The Bible says that Jesus and three disciples climbed a "very high mountain."
Tabor rises above sea level only 575 m. In addition, historical data says that at that time there was a garrison of Roman soldiers there.
The Gospel says that this place was secluded. These two facts made scientists doubt and put forward new theories.
Mount Hermon is also called the place where the Transfiguration of Christ took place.
This massif is located on the territories of Israel, Syria, Lebanon. The highest point of Israel is located here (2814 m). Another option is Mount Meron (1208 m).
But for now, Tabor is still considered the generally accepted version, although it causes controversy among researchers.
