Things You See at the Western Wall
The holiest accessible site of all of Judaism is without question the Western Wall. Also known as the Wailing Wall or Ha-Kotel Ha-Maʿarav (Kotel, Kosel) the wall is the only [...]
The Jordan River
The Jordan River is arguably the most symbolic body of water not only in Israel, but possibly even the world. While it is not the biggest or deepest river in [...]
The Sea of Galilee
While Jerusalem is the “City of God” and the site of Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection, the Sea of Galilee was where most of Jesus’ life and ministry occurred. The region [...]
The Mediterranean Sea
When you arrive in Israel, one of the first things you will see when you get there is no ruins or archeological hot spots, but a big expanse of blue [...]
Israel’s Flowers of the Field
“And why do you worry about clothes? See how the flowers of the field grow. They do not labor or spin. Yet I tell you that not even Solomon in all [...]
The Gates of the Old City
Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. Psalm 100:4 A highlight of anyone’s journey to Israel is time in [...]
Places to Visit in Israel: Landmarks & Major Destinations
Top Places to Visit in Israel It can feel overwhelming to select which places to visit in Israel. The country is bursting with vibrant religious history, as Israeli landmarks [...]
What is the Valley of Armageddon?
…15“Behold, I am coming like a thief. Blessed is the one who remains awake and clothed, so that he will not go naked and let his shame be exposed.” 16And they [...]
The Valleys of Jerusalem
Jerusalem, “The City of Peace” is the city where Christians and Jews yearn to ascend to. This city on a hill is surrounded by three valleys that from their depths [...]
10 Things to Do Outside in Israel
When people visit Israel, they often think that there is nothing but historical and religious things to do. While there are many of those to be sure (and they should [...]
Pilgrim’s Road at City of David
We have people come to Israel over and over again and others will ask them “how can you go back again? Haven’t you seen it all?” The answer to that [...]
The City of David
Shake yourself from the dust, rise up, O captive Jerusalem; Loose yourself from the chains around your neck, O captive daughter of Zion. –Isaiah 52:2 When most people think [...]