Today, we invite you to join us on a captivating expedition to the legendary Battle Site of David and Goliath in the enchanting Ellah Valley, Israel. Prepare to be mesmerized as we delve into the gripping biblical tale and explore the very location where this ancient confrontation unfolded. The Epic Encounter: David vs. Goliath The […]
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Spread over approximately 25 acres of land, the Kraft Family Stadium campus in Jerusalem encompasses, at the outset, three regulation-size sports fields – one natural grass and two artificial turf, with one of them representing the country’s first fully-marked official American football field – locker rooms, administrative offices, a central pedestrian thoroughfare, parking and a
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Ask yourself what was Tel Aviv called before Israel? Here is the short answer: When it was founded, way before the state of Israel, Tel Aviv was called “Achuzat Bait” meaning “Estate Home” in Hebrew. The city was founded by Jews on 11 April 1909. It was renamed to “Tel-Aviv” (meaning “Spring Hill”) in 1910.
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In the annals of biblical history, there are stories that stand out as iconic demonstrations of faith, power, and divine intervention. One such story is the “Miracle of Mount Carmel,” a dramatic event recounted in the First Book of Kings, chapter 18. But what miracle happened on Mount Carmel, and in what other ways the
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It is a simple question with a lot of sensitivity and passion: what is the capital of Israel, or in other words, is Tel Aviv the capital of Israel? The short answer is no: Tel Aviv is not the capital of Israel. Jerusalem is the capital of Israel. The long answer is a bit more
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Gev Yelek is a natural and pleasant cistern located at the end of a short and easy route that is about a kilometer long, or a few minutes walk from the parking. The place offers a wide rock surface with a wonderful cistern, with proximity to the car – making it a perfect place to
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Charles Clore Park is a park in southwest Tel Aviv located on the Tel Aviv-Yafo coastline on an area of about 120 dunams that was dried up from the sea. It is about a kilometer and a half long, and its width is between fifty and one hundred and fifty meters. The park was built
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Nestled in the Middle East, Israel is a land steeped in history, culture, and diversity. While it is renowned for its ancient archaeological sites, religious significance, and vibrant cities, its unique climate is also an intriguing aspect worth exploring. One of the common questions that often arises is whether it rains in Israel. In this
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Mount Hermon is the highest mountain in Israel (and in Syria) – and accordingly, it is really cold there. On the other hand, it should not deter us from visiting, we just need to make sure we dress properly! Keep reading to learn what to wear to Mount Hermon, the attractions on the mountain, and
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According to the Jewish bible, “Jerusalem has 70 names” – and there is an actual list with 72 different Hebrew names for Jerusalem in Jewish scripture – but today, the city of Jerusalem is mainly referred to as Yerushalayim (Hebrew: יְרוּשָׁלַיִם) and Al-Quds (Arabic: اَلْـقُـدْس). So how did Jerusalem get its name? Yerushalayim is a
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