We began our tour today in the City of David, the original Jebusite city conquered by David to be used as his capital. Until that occurred, Hebron was the capital under David. It is only 12 acres in size but they have found some tremendous treasures there. Signet rings with a stamp on them from administrators for the Davidic dynasty were found, along with the rooms of a palace and the homes of rich people surrounding it. The water tunnel dug under the city during the time of Hezekiah has been located. This protected the water source during siege. Other seals and buildings were uncovered confirming a Jewish presence in the area for other 3000 years. That goes totally against the narrative put forth by the Arab neighbors of Israel. Five brave souls walked through Hezekiah’s Tunnel despite the cool temperatures. They are pictured below. We then walked from the City of David through the sewage tunnel to the southern wall area, obse...
The last of the pilgrim have arrived and we have had our first meal together. We praise the Lord for His goodness to us all. Those who arrived early explored the Carmel Market near our hotel. Some of us visited the newly opened Lego Store. They only opened this store here in Tel Aviv about 7 months ago. Several of us got grandchildren or nieces and nephews a gift there. Some of the group got caught up on sleep which was wise. The group is starting to get to know each other a little already. We leave Tel Aviv tomorrow morning at 8:00 am sharp to head north. Now is the time to read our books for tomorrow’s activities and then get some good sleep. Here are a few pics from today. John and Sandee working hard at the new Lego Store A Mediterranean Sunset Pam and Glenda at the new Lego store A War of Independence Memorial near the beach at Tel Aviv Boardwalk near Jaffa with Tel Aviv in the background ...
Twenty of our group arrived on Sunday without a hitch except for the Archers. Having their original flight to Toronto cancelled, they ended up re-routed on Austrian Airlines and arrived on Sunday afternoon in time to catch a ride to the hotel with the Butler, Bruce, Pedlow part of the group. Sovereign connections are great. The rest of the team arrives today, two in the morning and the rest in the afternoon. Today is a day of rest, sunshine, and adjustment. Tomorrow, the fun begins!! Andrea, Sandee, Van and John on the beach at Tel Aviv A Mediterranean Sunset from Dan Hotel
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