When you think of Israel, what comes to mind geographically? Perhaps you think of the Jerusalem, the city on a hill. Or, maybe the Sea of Galilee, or even the Dead Sea. The barren wilderness of southern Israel may come to mind. Those places alone represent significant diversity in geography and climate. But I want …
Category: Israeli Life
Jerusalem: The Eternal Capital of Israel
Argument abounds regarding the legitimacy of Jerusalem as Israel's capital. Though David established Jerusalem as the capital of his kingdom about 1,000 years before Christ, parts of the Old City, including Temple Mount, fell into Muslim control during modern history. In the 1967 Six Day War, Israel recaptured Temple Mount and reunited Jerusalem. Despite that …
Israel Shines as 2019 Gets Underway
Christmas marks the birth of the Light of the World, our Lord Jesus Christ! As Christmas disappears in our rear view mirror, let's turn our gaze to another bright light. Rejoice! Arise and shine, Israel, for the glory of the glory of the Lord is rising and the light shines through you! The Light of …
Special in Uniform: Israel Welcomes the Disabled into the IDF
The Israel Defense Forces is one of the most powerful militaries in the world, yet also one of the most inclusive. When Oria Sagie received a letter of exemption from mandatory service in the IDF due to autism, he objected and was determined to become a volunteer. He entered an innovative program called Special in …
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