Jerusalem Goes to Work
The classroom buzzed with excitement as Morah Ella, their cherished teacher, entered. “Kids, tomorrow marks the day we’ve all been eagerly anticipating. Each of you will accompany one of your parents to work in Jerusalem, and I can hardly wait to hear all about your experiences.” The children’s eyes sparkled, and the excitement bubbled over […]
‘Solidarity Missions’ – “May He who dwells in this house comfort you.”
I’ve been asked about my perspective on visiting Israel amidst the current challenges, following the October 7th massacre, the ongoing conflict with Hamas in Gaza, Hezbollah in Lebanon, and increased tensions in the West Bank. There’s a specific interest in my thoughts on ‘solidarity missions’ tied to these events and the overall Israeli society situation. […]
Israel Points of View
A picture is worth a thousand words. Discovering fresh perspectives to explore a country is always enriching. In April 2019, we embarked on an expedition to uncover the wonders of Israel from a novel vantage point— the skies. This aerial adventure involved traversing the entire country in a helicopter, offering a unique viewpoint that went […]
It’s all written on a T-shirt.
I have always liked walking through the markets of the old city of Jerusalem, ever since I was little it has fascinated me. Walking down the middle of the market, past many entrances of shops covered with merchandise hanging from above and on all sides, it is impossible to tell when one shop ends and […]
Miracle Mile- Heaven on Earth
One of my favorite things to do in the old city of Jerusalem is to take a break on a corner of this street and watch, and when I say watch, I mean people-watch. I sit there at one of the restaurants with a cup of black-coffee, mud coffee, and my eyes wander the street, following individuals and groups passing by.