The Knesset visit was a great way to start the day, but it would only get better. Under clear skies, we entered the Old City through the Zion gate. Site of major battles in the 1948 War of Independence, the gate still bears pock marks inflicted by bullets fired at the gate. We made our …
The City of David is amazing!!! Yes, it contains King David's palace and it happens to have been the original Jerusalem! When Nehemiah returned from Babylonian captivity, this is where he rebuilt the walls of the city! Within the City of David is one of the most astounding construction projects ever undertaken. Hezekiah's Tunnel was …
The City of David is a special place. Rich history and a bit of fun thrown in! When there, about half our group chose to walk through Hezekiah's water tunnel. It is dark and it is wet, so headlamps or flashlights are helpful, and one can expect to get wet up to mid-thigh! We did …
Looking for the Blessed Hope 