What is the meaning of Zion?

Originally a stronghold captured by David (the 2nd king of the Israelites); above it was built a temple and later the name extended to the whole hill; finally it became a synonym for the city of Jerusalem.
- usage: "the inhabitants of Jerusalem are personified as `the daughter of Zion'"
- synonyms: Sion
Jewish republic in southwestern Asia at eastern end of Mediterranean; formerly part of Palestine.
- synonyms: Israel, State of Israel, Yisrael, Sion
An imaginary place considered to be perfect or ideal.
- synonyms: Utopia, Sion

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