Lighting a Candle in Hebron Beyond the Seventh Step
Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s visit to the Tomb of the Patriarchs was a reminder of both Jewish rights and the intractable and irrational nature of a conflict that Palestinians don’t wish to end.
Arab Mayor of Hebron: “Lighting Menorah in Cave of Patriarchs is an act of war”
“We won’t agree about everything, but we must always remember that ‘We are all the sons of one man,’” Herzog continued, quoting from the weekly Torah section in Genesis 42:11.
On anniversary of Abraham’s purchase, Jewish housing in Hezekiah Quarter of Hebron begins
More than 30 units are in the works, representing the first major new construction in the “H2” section in the past 21 years.
Arabs wage violent riots to prevent handicapped access to Cave of the Patriarchs [Watch]
The PA announced that it is vehemently opposed to any changes to the site, accusing Israel of “Judaizing” it
The Ibrahim Accords Come to Hebron
A short story based on the weekly Torah portion tells of Avraham, an old Yemenite Jew, who comes to pray at the Cave of the Patriarchs. He meets a group of Emirati businessmen who have come to the holy site for the very same reason. A product of political progress, the men discover that the Abraham Accords are bringing a prophetic reality that emanates from the ancient cave.
Hebron: Citing Abraham’s Purchase, Defense Minister Seizes Palestinian Municipal Power
“The tomb belongs to us after Abraham bought it with his own money 3,800 years ago.”
Terrorist Killed After Throwing Fire Bomb at IDF Troop
The terrorist, Mohammad Al Haddad, who was only 17-years old, was shot in the chest and later succumbed to his wounds.
IDF Miracle in Hebron: Soldier Emerges from Fire Bomb Attack Unscathed
This isn’t the first time what can only be described as a miracle saved the life of a Jew in the ancient city in 2020.
Israel’s Defense Minister Lights Menorah in Hebron Channeling Hasmonean Dynasty
Hebron spokesman Noam Arnon set great significance to the act, saying, “There is a direct line from the Patriarchs to King David to the Hasmoneans and now to the Minister of Defense of the State of Israel”
Here’s How You Can Help Beautify One of Israel’s Holiest and Most Ancient Cities
We all try to emulate Abraham’s hospitality and love of the land. Why not join the Jewish community of Hebron in honoring Abraham’s memory both in life and in death.