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Touring the Holy Land of Israel, "If you have eyes then see, if you have ears then hear."
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09/09/2024

AFTER SIX DAYS OF CREATING HE WAS THEN FEELING WEEK.

09/09/2024

AMERICAN COLONY HOTEL
Remembering, "It is well with my soul." A little colonial paradise owned by the Stafford family in Jerusalem.

Discover a hidden gem in the heart of Jerusalem, where history meets luxury. The American Colony Hotel, with its stone walls and vintage charm, offers a unique experience steeped in fascinating lore.

08/09/2024

MOUNT OF OLIVES - TRADITIONAL BURIAL SITE OF THE PROPHETS HAGGAI, ZECHARIAH & MALCHI

Tomb of the Prophets, Mount of Olives: An ancient burial site believed to hold the remains of the prophets Haggai, Zechariah, and Malachi, this sacred cavern offers a solemn reflection on the enduring legacies of these biblical messengers.✝️

08/09/2024

ASHKELON

07/09/2024

THE PASSING OF WILMA McFATRIDGE
I was requested to announce the passing of Wilma McFatridge. It was with great and deep sadness to hear of the loss of our dear friend Wilma, who made over 100 pilgrimages to the Promised Land. We earnestly pray for the Almighty’s comfort and mercies to provide all her family with His abundant mercies as Wilma now reposes quietly on her final journey to be reunited with her husband Bill ascending to the hill of the Lord in another place. Though ‘He cause grief, He will have compassion’ (Lam 3:32-33). May all who knew her be comforted and blessed with an abundance of good and treasured memories, good health, filled with many days of joy without sorrows. May Wilma’s legacy and memory be a blessing living on through all who knew her.

05/09/2024

MOUNT BERENICE
A mountain overlook near the southern area of Tiberias.

At the top of the hill that looks down upon Tiberias and the Kinneret (Sea of Galilee), which nestle below as if in the palm of a hand, stand the ruins of an impressive Byzantine church and the remains of the wall that once fortified the city.

04/09/2024

LAND MARKS
"You shall not move your neighbor's landmark, which the men of old have set, in the inheritance that you will hold in the land that the Lord your G-d is giving you to possess." (Deuteronomy 19:14).
Remove not the ancient landmark which your fathers have set." (Proverbs 22:28)

Boundary of History: 1,700-Year-Old Stone Unearthed in Golan Heights. ⛪

Israeli archaeologists have made a remarkable discovery near the northeastern Nafah army base—a 1,700-year-old stone inscribed in ancient Greek, marking the historical boundaries of the 'Nafah village.'

Uncovered during an excavation led by the Israel Antiquities Authority, this rare boundary stone dates back to the Roman Empire under Diocletian, used to delineate village territories for tax purposes.

Fascinatingly, the name 'Nafah' has endured through millennia, bridging a gap from the Byzantine period to today, despite the absence of continuous settlement. This find highlights the enduring legacy of ancient place names and their significance in understanding our historical landscape.

02/09/2024

MODIIN, HOARD of COINS
Modiin was the home of the Hasmonean Family referred to as the Macabees.

01/09/2024

REGURGITATION
History repeating itself?

A bike found in a medieval tomb tells us we need to question our history.

29/08/2024

AN AMAZING SEAL
Found in the South Wall Excavations

29/08/2024

ISRAEL'S PIONEERING FIGHTING YOUTH - THE "NAHAL" BRIGADE.

From that day on, half of my men did the work, while the other half were equipped with spears, shields, bows and armor. The officers posted themselves behind all the people of Judah Who were building the wall. Those who carried materials did their work with one hand and held a weapon in the other, and each of the builders wore his sword at his side as he worked. But the man who sounded the trumpet stayed with me.
Then I said to the nobles, the officials and the rest of the people, “The work is extensive and spread out, and we are widely separated from each other along the wall. Wherever you hear the sound of the trumpet, join us there. Our God will fight for us!”
So we continued the work with half the men holding spears, from the first light of dawn till the stars came out. At that time I also said to the people, “Have every man and his helper stay inside Jerusalem at night, so they can serve us as guards by night and as workers by day.” Neither I nor my brothers nor my men nor the guards with me took off our clothes; each had his weapon, even when he went for water. (Nehemiah 4:16-23)

Female members of the Israel Defense Forces' Nahal Brigade take part in a training course in December, 1987.

Nahal was originally established on August 19th, 1948 by David Ben-Gurion, as a program combining military service with agriculture and community-building.

Over 100 kibbutzim and agricultural communities were established by the Nahal program, which eventually morphed into the Nahal Brigade during the early 1980s.

Read more about the history of Nahal by checking out the link in the first comment.

Photo by Efi Sharir, the Dan Hadani Collection, the Pritzker Family National Photography Collection at the National Library of Israel

28/08/2024

BOTANICAL GARDENS in JERUSALEM, ISRAEL
The Jerusalem Botanical Gardens on the southeastern edge of the Givat Ram campus of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem in the Nayot district. Publicly opened in 1985 is a center of botanical education and research with many special exhibitions and features encouraging visitors of all ages. The largest botanical garden in Israel, covering some 60 acres of land with over 6,000 plant species from around the world.

27/08/2024

ASHKELON WITH SOME ENTOMBED GREEK MYTHOLOGY - OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.

27/08/2024

CARMELITE MONASTERY of STELLA MARIS in HAIFA on MOUNT CARMEL

🌟🏰 Explore the Spiritual Serenity of Stella Maris Monastery!

Perched atop Mount Carmel in Haifa, Stella Maris Monastery is a beacon of faith and history. This historic Carmelite monastery, dating back to the 19th century, is renowned for its stunning architecture and breathtaking views over the Mediterranean Sea.

Inside, visitors can admire the beautifully decorated interior, including a magnificent ceiling fresco and the statue of Elijah the Prophet. The monastery also serves as a spiritual center for the Carmelite Order and offers a peaceful retreat for prayer and reflection. Discover this hidden gem of Israel, where spirituality meets the sea. 🕊️🌊

25/08/2024

THE TOWER OF DAVID ILLUMINATED
At the Old City of Jerusalem's Jaffa Gate.

25/08/2024

DOMUS GALILAEAE CATHOLIC SANTUARY - A PANORAMA LOOKING OVER THE MOUNT of BEATITUDES.

🌿🕊️ Visit Domus Galilaeae: A Modern Sanctuary on the Mount of Beatitudes!

Perched atop the Mount of Beatitudes overlooking the Sea of Galilee, Domus Galilaeae is a contemporary Christian retreat center that blends spirituality with breathtaking natural beauty. Designed to reflect the harmony between new and ancient teachings, this serene complex offers a place for contemplation, study, and prayer.

Explore the architecture that incorporates elements from Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions, symbolizing unity and peace. Discover the tranquil gardens, library, and chapels, each offering a unique space to reconnect with faith amidst the landscapes where Jesus once taught. 🌟✨

25/08/2024

MAGDALA - MARY from MIGDAL / MARY MAGDALENE

Magdala: Birthplace of Mary Magdalene, one of Jesus' most devoted followers, this ancient town offers a tangible connection to the early days of Christianity along the shores of the Sea of Galilee.🌊

23/08/2024

ALL PRIESTS OF THE JEWISH TABERNACLE & LATER TEMPLE WERE LEVITICAL.
Moses and Aaron were from the Tribe of Levi.

Levitical Priest: A custodian of ancient rituals and laws, this priest from the tribe of Levi served in the Temple of Jerusalem, embodying the sacred duties and spiritual leadership outlined in the Torah.📜🛕

20/08/2024

WILL YOU STAND IN THE GAP?
"I looked for someone among them who would build up the wall and stand before me in the gap on behalf of the land..." (Ezekiel 22:30)

You don’t need to be a prophet to realize that Israel will face a diplomatic tsunami as we approach the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly.P...

20/08/2024

IT IS WELL WITH MY SOUL
“It Is Well With My Soul” written by Horatio G. Spafford & composed by Phillip Bliss 1873
This hymn was written after traumatic events in Spafford Family's life. Israel is going through a traumatic period in the lives of many, but we will sing again…
Enjoy the acoustics and song with praise at:
- The Bell Caves at Bet Gubrin with Dr George Gunn,
- The Shepherds’ Cave in Bet Sahur with Supt Randy Myers
- St Anne’s Church in Jerusalem with Pastor Randy Sheridan lead by Danae Sheridan with the Sheridan Group.

1. When peace, like a river, attendeth my way,
When sorrows like sea billows roll;
Whatever my lot, Thou hast taught me to say,
It is well, it is well with my soul.
o Refrain:
It is well with my soul,
It is well, it is well with my soul.
2. Though Satan should buffet, though trials should come,
Let this blest assurance control,
That Christ hath regarded my helpless estate,
And hath shed His own blood for my soul.
3. My sin—oh, the bliss of this glorious thought!—
My sin, not in part but the whole,
Is nailed to the cross, and I bear it no more,
Praise the Lord, praise the Lord, O my soul!
4. For me, be it Christ, be it Christ hence to live:
If Jordan above me shall roll,
No pang shall be mine, for in death as in life
Thou wilt whisper Thy peace to my soul.
5. But, Lord, ’tis for Thee, for Thy coming we wait,
The sky, not the grave, is our goal;
Oh, trump of the angel! Oh, voice of the Lord!
Blessed hope, blessed rest of my soul!
6. And Lord, haste the day when the faith shall be sight,
The clouds be rolled back as a scroll;
The trump shall resound, and the Lord shall descend,
Even so, it is well with my soul.

20/08/2024

BE RESILLIANT TO DIFFICULT CIRCUMSTANCES.
“Bear with me a little longer, and I will show you that there is more to be said on G-d's behalf.” (Job 36:2)

18/08/2024

NEW TESTAMENT PERIOD BOAT
The New Testament period boat was found on the boundary of Kibbutz Ginosar and Magdala, home of Mary Magdalene, the Galilean base of Josephus Flavius. A Jewish town from the Hellenistic period until its destruction in 68CE, during the Great Jewish Revolt against Rome. The Galilean commander and great historian Josephus Flavious wrote that Magdala's youth participated in the rebellion, that he himself helped prepare the town by building a defensive wall, and that the Romans chased its defenders into the Sea of Galilee and dyed the water red with their blood.

🚤⚓️ The Roman Boat from the Sea of Galilee.

Unearthed from the depths, this ancient vessel, often referred to as the 'Jesus Boat,' dates back to the 1st century AD, offering a rare glimpse into maritime life during Roman rule.

Discovered in the mud along the shores of the Sea of Galilee, the boat's preservation provides invaluable insights into the construction and use of sea craft in the times of ancient Israel.

This remarkable find not only connects us to the past but also enriches our understanding of the historical context of the New Testament.

18/08/2024

EILAT on the RED SEA COASTLINE

Eilat Region. 😱

Dive into the vibrant beauty of Israel's southernmost tip, where the stunning Red Sea meets the desert. Eilat is not only a premier resort city known for its spectacular coral reefs and diverse marine life but also a gateway to exploring biblical history and nature reserves.

Whether you're snorkeling in crystal-clear waters, hiking in the nearby mountains, or exploring the rich history and culture, Eilat offers a unique blend of relaxation and adventure.

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BOTANICAL GARDENS in JERUSALEM, ISRAEL The Jerusalem Botanical Gardens on the southeastern edge of the Givat Ram campus of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem in the Nayot district. Publicly opened in 1985 is a center of botanical education and research with many special exhibitions and features encouraging visitors of all ages. The largest botanical garden in Israel, covering some 60 acres of land with over 6,000 plant species from around the world.

IT IS WELL WITH MY SOUL “It Is Well With My Soul” written by Horatio G. Spafford & composed by Phillip Bliss 1873 This hymn was written after traumatic events in Spafford Family's life. Israel is going through a traumatic period in the lives of many, but we will sing again… Enjoy the acoustics and song with praise at: - The Bell Caves at Bet Gubrin with Dr George Gunn, - The Shepherds’ Cave in Bet Sahur with Supt Randy Myers - St Anne’s Church in Jerusalem with Pastor Randy Sheridan lead by Danae Sheridan with the Sheridan Group. 1. When peace, like a river, attendeth my way, When sorrows like sea billows roll; Whatever my lot, Thou hast taught me to say, It is well, it is well with my soul. o Refrain: It is well with my soul, It is well, it is well with my soul. 2. Though Satan should buffet, though trials should come, Let this blest assurance control, That Christ hath regarded my helpless estate, And hath shed His own blood for my soul. 3. My sin—oh, the bliss of this glorious thought!— My sin, not in part but the whole, Is nailed to the cross, and I bear it no more, Praise the Lord, praise the Lord, O my soul! 4. For me, be it Christ, be it Christ hence to live: If Jordan above me shall roll, No pang shall be mine, for in death as in life Thou wilt whisper Thy peace to my soul. 5. But, Lord, ’tis for Thee, for Thy coming we wait, The sky, not the grave, is our goal; Oh, trump of the angel! Oh, voice of the Lord! Blessed hope, blessed rest of my soul! 6. And Lord, haste the day when the faith shall be sight, The clouds be rolled back as a scroll; The trump shall resound, and the Lord shall descend, Even so, it is well with my soul.

HEROD THE GREAT 'BUILDER.' The Herodium Guest Chamber

DAY OF ASCENSION Thursday, May 8th, 2024 for the western Church The Day of the Ascension is celebrated on the 40th day after Easter, and that is always a Thursday. The number forty occurs many times biblically, oftentimes associated with a number for completion and equated with the post-resurrection of Easter / Pascha Sunday "exaltation" of Jesus to the right hand of G-d. Luke 24:51: Refers to the ascension when “…it came to pass, while he blessed them, he parted from them, and was carried up into heaven. And they worshipped him, and returned to Jerusalem with great joy” occurring at Bethany on the east side of the Mount of Olives. But in Luke's’ Book of Acts 1:1-9 after telling the disciple to be a witness, it appears to be pointing to a beacon location to send messages on the top of the Mount of Olives where Jesus is then taken up from the disciples in their sight, a cloud hides him from view, and two men in white appear to tell them that he will return "in the same way you have seen him go into heaven." John 3:13 writes "No one has ascended into heaven but he who descended from heaven, the Son of Man." Happy Ascension Day.

YOM HASHOAH VeLE’GVURAH - HOLOCAUST AND HEROISM REMEMBRANCE DAY Sunday evening through Monday, June 6, 2024 / Nissan 27, 5784. The date being 6 days after Passover remembering the Warsaw Uprising which was inaugurated at Passover 1943 and a fight for freedom.. DESTRUCTION OF COMMUNITIES: What we see occurring today is a reminded of what happened back then in the Holocaust of World War II. They tried to wipe us off the map and surface of the world, they destroyed our communities but could not destroy our soul or spirit. After so many years surviving terror again, the attempted genocide has been implemented, we will survive and build a better tomorrow without forgetting yesterday.

SATURDAY OF THE HOLY FIRE Bethlehem Church of the Nativity TO OUR ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN FRIENDS, HAVE A FULFILLED EASTER SON-DAY.

TEL DAN The ancient city of Dan in northern Israel is first mentioned Biblically, “When Abram heard that his relative had been taken captive, he called out the three hundred and eighteen trained men born in his household and went in pursuit as far as Dan.” (Genesis 14:14). Interesting to note that Abram (an Akkadian name meaning “exalted father” has not yet recognized G-d and changed his name to Abraham (Genesis 17:5), let alone have a great-grandson named Dan that became a tribe. Following the Exodus and entering the Promised Land the Israelite Tribe of Dan was allotted the area near Jaffa by Joshua but, “When the territory of the Danites was lost to them, the Danites went up and fought against Leshem, and after capturing it and putting it to the sword they took possession of it and settled in it, calling Leshem, Dan, after the name of Dan their ancestor. This is the inheritance of the tribe of Dan, according to their families—these cities with their villages.” (Joshua 19:47-48). The rich lush springs at Laish were again re-captured by the Danites who came to Laish, “It was in the valley which belongs to Beth-Rehob. And they rebuilt the city, and dwelt in it. And they named the city Dan, after the name of Dan their ancestor, who was born to Israel; but the name of the city was Laish at the first. And the Danites set up the graven image for themselves; and Jonathan the son of Gershom, son of Moses, and his sons were priests to the tribe of the Danites until the day of the captivity of the land. (Judges 18:28-30). The forbidden idol worship was again introduced by Jeroboam son of Nabat following the split of the kingdom after Solomon’s death and Reheboam ruled in the south, in Judea. Jeroboam set up a golden calf in Bethel and Dan appointing a new date for Tabernacles on the 15th day of the eighth month which is a month later than the Biblical instruction to stop people ascending to Jerusalem. (I Kings 12:28-33) Let me take you once again to the

DAN RIVER The Dan is the central tributary of 3 major spring sources to the Jordan River. The sources of the Dan are multiple springs emerging from Tel Dan along underground fault lines. The Dan River is joined by the Hatzbani River (aka Nahal Snir) that rises from two springs in Lebanon located northwest of Dan and the Hermon River located northeast (appearing at the foothills of Mount Hermon at Banias / Caesarea Philippi) at a point in northern Hula Valley of Upper Galilee in Israel to form the Jordan River. Could the name imply the ‘going down of Dan’ (Yored HaDan - Yarden – Jor-dan). The river is so named after the Israelite city of Dan, which was captured by the Tribe of Dan. Dan originally being the seventh lot of Joshua’s division was given the territory around Jaffa but went from there and captured Canaanite ‘Leshem’ renaming it to Dan (Joshua 19:47-48). Again, the Tribe of Dan came to ‘Laish’ which is far from Sidon and called it Dan (Judges18:27-30). And so the site became known as Dan which infers that when Abram took three hundred and eighteen warriors to Dan (Genesis 14:14-15), the narration was written at a time that people understood where had the Tribe of Dan (Abraham’s grandson) settled. Although the Dan River itself is only about 20 km (12 miles) long, its flow provides up to 238 million cubic meters of water annually to the Hulah Valley. Where the River Jordan flows from the north down to the south from Dan into the Dead Sea whose southern end is horizontally east of Beersheba.

Gethsemane and ancient Olive trees.

GETHSEMANE INTRODUCTION Take a short walk through the Garden of Gethsemane with its ancient olive trees. The dew is still on the roses…

KNESSET MENORAH Depicting a history of survival. A monumental bronze seven branched Menorah (candelabrum) standing opposite the “Knesset” Israeli Parliament. The Menorah is a longstanding emblem still in common use today, that has only been used by the Jewish People and no one else as described in the vision of Zechariah 4:11, “Then I asked the angel, “What are these two olive trees on the right and the left of the lampstand [Menorah]?” Today the Menorah is the emblem on the seal of the State of Israel. This bronze Menorah was a gift from the British Parliament’s recognition of Israel in 1956 (year of the Sinai crises Suez Campaign). It is sculptured by Benno Elkan OBE, a Jewish German-born British sculptor (December 2, 1877 - January 10, 1960) with 29 relief bronze tableaux describing Judeo-historical events to the revival of the Jewish People and Statehood. Also inscribed with the tribes of Israel and the motto, “‘Not by might nor by power, but by my Spirit,’ says the Lord.“ [Zechariah 4:6] The term "Knesset" for the Israeli Parliament, is derived from the ancient Knesset HaGdola (Great Assembly) traditionally the assembly of 120 scribes (=10 men x 12 tribes), sages, and prophets, in the period from the end of the Biblical prophets to the time of the development of Rabbinic Judaism approximately two centuries ending c.200 BCE. Unlike the ancient Knesset, a religious and completely unelected body, today the members are men and women are voted in representing religious and secular. The first modern Knesset was inaugurated at Tu b’Shvat (15th Shavat, the New Year for trees which was the 14th of February 1949),

MEGIDDO / ARMAGEDDON A walk across the mound and through the secret water supply with Pastors Stephen Volante & Dave Brinkman.

NAZARETH VILLAGE A pilgrimage to the Holy Land of Israel is abundant with facts, Biblical verses, sites, and legends. An interesting attempt to color some of the pages with explanations and comprehension of living in the first century can be found at the "Nazareth Village." Take a walk with me and the local guide.