Which statement best explains how Jerusalem is perceived throughout the world?

D. The adherents of several major religions regard it as a holy city.

The statement that best explains how "Jerusalem is perceived" throughout the world is that one that states that the "adherents of several major religions" regard it as a holy city.

Explanation:

The roots of three major religions, namely Judaism, Christianity, and Islam are found in Jerusalem which is the capital of present-day Israel. All three religions trace their origin back to Abraham who is respected and believed to be a patriarchal figure in all the three religions.