In Israel, the holiday of Pesach holds multiple layers of meaning. The festival of Pesach, known as Passover, commemorates the exodus of the children of Israel from slavery in Egypt. Within the Jewish faith, Pesach marks the Israelites’ journey from slavery to freedom, unified, as a sovereign nation, after suffering 400 years of harsh slavery...Read More

MOUNT CARMEL is the site of one of the most famous showdowns in biblical history, and it also boasts one of the most breathtaking views in Israel. Although relatively small compared to other mountains in Israel, Mount Carmel’s peak is high enough to afford a panoramic view of the coastal plain, the Mediterranean Sea, and...Read More

Just a short distance from the southern end of Tel Aviv’s seaside promenade is the ancient port city of Jaffa. While this picturesque cliffside town may suggest quaintness, it is far from unassuming—even next to its more metropolitan neighbor. But it is the ancient port that truly makes Jaffa unique. Often mentioned in the Bible...Read More

Situated in the heart of the Holy Land, Jordan’s roots are found throughout the Old Testament. Jordan’s welcoming approach to tourists makes it a popular destination for many who wish to explore the biblical roots of their faith outside of Israel. Visitors will discover well-preserved and easily accessible sites to enhance their journey of a...Read More

If the idea of getting lost in the clouds of the Holy Land appeals to you, then you might consider a sojourn to Safed, considered one of Israel’s most spiritual cities. Located in Israel’s Northern District, nestled among the Galilee’s dense pine woodlands, the city of Safed overlooks the Sea of Galilee and Tiberias like...Read More

Seven date palm trees have been grown from 2000-year-old seeds that were found in the Judean desert near Jerusalem. The seeds – the oldest ever germinated – were among hundreds discovered in caves and in an ancient palace built by King Herod the Great in the 1st century BC. Sarah Sallon at the Louis L...Read More

Take a quick glance at Ashkelon, and you might never know it is one of the oldest cities in Israel. Renowned as a resort city with its extensive shoreline and immaculate beaches, Ashkelon has a 5,000-year history that belies its modern appearance. A port city along the Mediterranean Sea, Ashkelon is located approximately 30 miles...Read More

Renowned for being a city of sun and fun, Eilat boasts sparkling azure waters and gentle breezes, but its resort-like vibe also belies a rich history. Eilat is Israel’s port gateway to the east, positioned snugly between the Red Sea and the Negev desert. It attracts tourists from over 100 countries to its extensive beaches,...Read More

Israeli scientists have revealed a potential weapon in the battles against air pollution, deforestation and climate change: bacteria engineered to eat carbon dioxide (CO2) from the environment. Prof. Ron Milo’s plant and environmental sciences research lab at the Weizmann Institute of Science published a report on the study in Cell on November 27. Milo’s team...Read More

If you have ever wondered what small-town life was like for Jesus, visit Nazareth Village, an open-air museum offering a “must-see” authentic picture of village life in the Galilee during the first-century. A 10-minute walk from the city’s center, Nazareth Village offers visitors a living witness to the story of Jesus’ childhood, ministry, and teaching,...Read More