Why Jerusalem is so important?

Been reading books on Jerusalem these days. I am currently reading "Jerusalem in the Quran" by Imran Hosein. Some might ask, why Jerusalem (Baitul Maqdis) is so important to us Muslims, especially we in Malaysia are like miles away from the holy land? And don't forget, it is also important to the other two major religions of the world, Judaism and Christianity.

Jerusalem, though not mentioned its name in the Quran for it is referred as 'the land' in the holy book, is the place that influences the way this world works. Salahuddin Al-Ayubi once quoted saying, "those who conquers Palestine is the one who conquers the world." Looking at Jerusalem today, we simply know who is the one that rules the world today. However, Al-Quran has given hints what will happen in the future and according to the author of the book, the cloud has been lifted and the other books I've read also mention the same thing which is the fact that it is about the end of their domination (the Zionists) and the world are about to witness the Golden Age of a civilisation that once experienced its glory. And the starting point will be in Jerusalem? Wallahu'alam.

Hilmi Al-Chamatesy also wrote in 'Ummah Melayu:Kuasa Baru Dunia Abad ke-21" about the huge role played by Muslims in the Southeast Asia towards the Golden Age. And the fact that this is supported by hadith makes me even more convinced that the situation is getting better with a condition that Muslims who understand Islam is willing to work the very best for it according to their ability and potential. Of course all of us want to be part of the change.

Back to Jerusalem, once every Muslims realises how it is important to them, we will strive towards developing the Ummah for when the Ummah is strong, it is possible to have all the strength for fighting to get back what is ours, Jerusalem. If the Jew from all over the world is willing to leave their luxurious houses with beautiful scenery in Europe, Australia etc. to live in Jerusalem (and they werent born there) although they have to deal with the Arabs that hates what they did with the Palestinians, why not we, Muslims?

Ok, so if you want to know how the world works, watch Jerusalem..
p/s: the books I've read on Jerusalem and Palestine predicts that the return of Jesus is near. There was catastrophe which affected water level of Galilee River and one hadith said that Jesus will not come until the water in Galilee River has almost dried up or dried up. Allah knows best.
I haven't read this book, but look at its cover. What do you think? Haha