The sanctuary, however, faced the east in accordance with the tradition that Jews face Jerusalem while praying.
The problems facing Jerusalem since 1967 have been immense.
Early mosques in Medina were built to face Jerusalem.
The front entrance of the synagogue has three doorways that face Jerusalem.
But for a couple of years they faced Jerusalem, not Mecca, to do their prayers.
Eight lamps shone brightly at night through windows facing Jerusalem.
It is oriented northeast-southwest so that the chancel faces Jerusalem.
Unlike other Anglican churches, it faces Jerusalem, which is roughly west.
The prayer is recited standing with feet firmly together, and preferably while facing Jerusalem.
In the presence of an ark that does not face Jerusalem, one should pray toward the ark instead.