Questioning Ariel Sharon’s Legacy
Former Prime Minister Ariel Sharon passed away Saturday afternoon. It is an opportunity to review the life and legacy of this man who for so much of Israel’s history held positions of leadership and influence. Beginning in Israel’s War of Independence in 1948, Sharon distinguished himself on the battlefield, rising to become one of Israel’s […]
Ariel Sharon: A Look Back in Images
Ariel Sharon, Israel’s 11th prime minister, passed away January 11th at the age of 85. Ariel Sharon (left) and David Ben-Gurion in 1957. Ariel Sharon with soldiers of his Unit 101 Ariel Sharon (top row, second on left) with his unit headed by Moshe Dayan Ariel Sharon leading his soldiers, 1973 Ariel Sharon, October 1973 […]
Touring Jerusalem with a View of her Mountains
One of the most scenic spots in all of Jerusalem is the area of Southern Jerusalem at Armon Hanatsiv. The mountains and valleys can be viewed from unique observation points. Mt. Olives, the City of David, the Temple Mount, and Western Jerusalem – all merge from one vantage point to create a beautiful angle of […]
Singing through Jerusalem
Start your weekend with a smile with this fun Jerusalem sing-along, featuring visitors in the Holy City.
Pope Francis Announces Trip to Holy Land in May
This week, Pope Francis officially announced that he would be making his way to the Middle East in 2014, visiting Israel and Jordan. The trip is scheduled to take place May 24-26. In Israel, Pope Francis is to visit holy sites in Bethlehem and Jerusalem as well as make a stop in the West Bank. […]
Jerusalem: 4000 Years in 5 Minutes
Jerusalem, a mosaic of different peoples, faiths, and nationalities. Nevertheless, despite this diversity, under the sovereignty of Israel, Jerusalem is a city that works. But has it always been this way?
Rocky Start to Israel-PA Peace Talks
This is a week that saw 26 Palestinian prisoners released from Israeli jails as a precondition for ongoing peace talks, yet the fragile negotiations are continuing under constant threat.  While speculation regarding settlement expansion in Judea and Samaria drew criticism from PA Prime Minister Mahmoud Abbas, both Israel’s right and left wing put forth conflicting […]
Dare to Dream/Dare to Build
In this video, people on the Jerusalem streets describe their feelings on rebuilding the Temple; their answers astound and inspire. The footage of cranes overlooking Jerusalem will never have the same meaning again, as our hearts become focused on the rebuilding of the Temple.
Love for Jerusalem for Generations
This emotional music video is of a father passing on his love for Jerusalem to his son. The lyrics describe Jerusalem and the mountains surrounding her, just as God surrounds and protects His people.
Snow on My Jerusalem
In honor of last week’s rare snowstorm in Jerusalem, enjoy this beautiful song featuring gorgeous shots of the snow blanketed Holy City. Learn to say in Hebrew “Snow on my City” – “she-LEG ha-eer-EE.”