“For the Redemption of Zion” – a rare coin from Year Four of the Great Revolt discovered in Jerusalem
A bronze coin minted by Jews in Jerusalem during the final year before the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 CE was discovered during excavations in the Jerusalem Archaeological Garden – Davidson Center.
The Eternal Significance of the Temple
But what does having a Temple truly mean for us? Especially in the modern era, where so many live in prosperity and freedom, surrounded by remarkable advancements in science and technology. Why should we focus on what might seem like an outdated concept?
YOUR Day in Jerusalem
There’s a moment—when you’re standing in front of the Western Wall—when it hits you. Not in a dramatic way. It’s quieter than that. It’s the simple realization that millions of people, from every background, have stood exactly where you’re standing.
Anti-Zionist Haredi Group Prepares for Third Temple: Establishes Study Program for Third Temple
In a remarkable development, a chassidic movement has established a specialized study program for Jewish priests to prepare for Temple service, despite the group’s well-known anti-Zionist stance.
Israel Approves New Homes in Judea and Samaria as Security Forces Thwart Iranian Plot and Down Houthi Missile
Israel approved over 1,000 new homes in Eli, Judea and Samaria, following past terror attacks in the area. In separate developments, security forces arrested an East Jerusalem man accused of spying for Iran, and the IDF intercepted a ballistic missile launched by Houthi militants in Yemen.
Israeli Police Stop Shavuoth Wave Offering on Temple Mount
In a bold attempt to perform the Temple service, two activists ascended to the Temple Mount on Monday wearing Kohanic (Priestly) vestments and bringing two special loaves of bread intended as the Shavuoth offering.
Trump Pushes Diplomacy as Israel Marks Jerusalem Day Amid Escalating Gaza Conflict and Hamas Collapse
President Trump announced encouraging progress in nuclear talks with Iran while also working to help end the ongoing war in Gaza. As Israel marks 58 years since the reunification of Jerusalem with national celebrations, the IDF reports major advances against Hamas in the Gaza Strip.
Ancient Gold Ring Discovery in Jerusalem Reveals Possible Coming-of-Age Ritual
The ring’s diminutive size suggests it likely belonged to a child or adolescent living in Jerusalem during the Second Temple period. Researchers believe the jewelry may have been deliberately buried as part of a significant cultural practice.
Jerusalem’s Haas Promenade (the Tayelet)
Today, we are visiting a majestic lookout point that my tourists really enjoy visiting! Since this is arguably the view where one can best see the splendor of ancient and modern Jerusalem, I often make this the first stop on the trip.
Jews should choose the next pope
I love Christians who support Israel, but the next stage in rejecting replacement theology is to embrace the Jewish Nation as an independent nation, in Covenant with god and subservient to no other.