Ghosts of a Holy War

With the recent anniversary of the Six-Day War and the reunification of Jerusalem, I was reminded of the 1967 liberation of Hebron and the return of Jews to the city for the first time since 1929—when 67 Jews were massacred there.

Part 4: Ancient Hebron (Chevron)

Discover the resilient history of Hebron in this detailed exploration of its past, from the Bar Kochba Revolt to Roman conquests and beyond.

Go Back To Ancient Hebron (Chevron, Part 3) 

Against all odds, the Jewish people returned from Babylonian exile and re-established their presence in Hebron—preserving their identity through centuries of foreign rule. From Cyrus the Great’s historic proclamation to Herod’s enduring architecture, Hebron’s ancient stones echo a powerful story of resilience, faith, and survival.

Visit Ancient Hebron (Chevron) (Pt. 1)

My tourists often ask where my favorite place in Israel is to guide. One of my favorite places is Hebron, so today, we will venture off the beaten track and visit Biblical Hebron, one of the world’s oldest and holiest cities!

Visiting the Patriarchs and Matriarchs

An entire chapter in the Bible is dedicated to the Cave of the Patriarchs in Hebron, showing the site’s importance in scripture. Today we will visit this holy site, which unfortunately is not on many tour itineraries, but should be!