only in Luke 23:33, the Latin name Calvaria, which was used as a translation of the Greek word Kranion , by which the Hebrew word Gulgoleth was interpreted, "the place of a skull." It probably took this name from its shape, being a hillock or low, rounded, bare elevation somewhat in the form of a human skull. It is nowhere in Scripture called a "hill." The crucifixion of our Lord took place outside the city walls (Hebrews 13:11-13) and near the public thoroughfare. "This thing was not done in a corner." (See GOLGOTHA.)

Also called GOLGOTHA, place where Jesus was crucified
Matthew 27:33; Mark 15:22; Luke 23:33; John 19:17

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