International Light Festival in the Old City
The municipality of Jerusalem has tried to bring out some of the light of the holy city by staging an ongoing lights show around the old city. Visitors flock from around the country to see the extraordinary performances and light shows put on nightly.
“Peace Train” at the Jerusalem Arts Festival
“Elijah and the Firecats” perform Cat Stevens’ famous song “Peace Train” in Jerusalem on the closing night of the Jerusalem Arts Festival. The band is accompanied by the Children of Jerusalem Chorus.
Jerusalem Nights in the City of David
As night descends over the city, a tranquil atmosphere descends upon the ancient site of the City of David. Artistic lighting highlights the antiquities, and in the King’s Garden, between the ancient olive trees, the musical sounds of a harp can be heard over a hot cup of coffee.
Jerusalem Light Rail
Sleek, electrified trains run through Jerusalem from north to south, changing the face of public transportation in Jerusalem. The trains help reduce traffic, carry more passengers and are environmentally friendly. Watch a short tour of the train’s route.
Israel Releases First Prisoners as Peace Talks Resume
Therefore shalt thou serve thine enemy whom the LORD shall send against thee, in hunger, and in thirst, and in nakedness, and in want of all things; and he shall put a yoke of iron upon thy neck, until he have destroyed thee (Deuteronomy 28:48) On Tuesday morning, the Israeli High Court of Justice rejected […]
Tour of the Nahalat Shiva Neighborhood
Take a tour of Nahalat Shiva, one of Jerusalem’s most charming neighborhoods in the heart of downtown. When you are there, don’t forget to stop by ‘Tmol Shilshom’, a cafe which is the home to many cultural events such as book signings, poetry readings and more.
Israel Plans to Build New Homes in Judea, Samaria and Jerusalem
All the commandment which I command thee this day shall ye observe to do, that ye may live, and multiply, and go in and possess the land which the LORD swore unto your fathers (Deuteronomy 8:1) Despite the ongoing peace negotiations taking place in Washington, Israeli Housing and Construction Minister Uri Ariel promised to continue […]
Experience Jerusalem’s Colors
The annual outdoor International Jerusalem Arts and Crafts Fair, commonly known as “Hutzot HaYotzer” is certainly one of Jerusalem’s highlights of the summer if not the entire year. The venue is perfect – just at the foot of the Old City, in the Sultan’s Pool valley and surrounding areas. Visitors stroll from stand to stand, […]
The Top 5 Modern Songs With Biblical Verses
Just because it is called “Modern” music doesn’t mean it is void of ancient roots. Let’s take a look at the top five modern tunes with biblical influence: 5. Leonard Cohen-Hallelujah The word  Hallelujah appears countless times in Psalms, including at the end of Psalm 104, which the Jews recite at the end of morning […]
Israel Antiquities Authority Unveils Crusader-Era Hospital
“Jerusalem remembereth in the days of her affliction and of her anguish all her treasures that she had from the days of old” (Lamentations 1:7) An ancient hospital in the Old City of Jerusalem which was unearthed by the Israeli Antiquities Authority in March, was open to the public for the first time on Sunday. The hospital, which contains […]