Was Jesus a Palestinian? Jesus was a Jew, born to Jewish parents, raised in a Jewish culture, and executed under Roman occupation for claims of being the Jewish Messiah – a fact documented in the New Testament and affirmed by all leading scholars of the historical Jesus. At the time of his birth (circa 4 BCE), theContinue reading “Was Jesus a Palestinian”
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The little Town of Bethlehem
Bethlehem is nestled in the hill country right outside of Jerusalem. A mild climate and plentiful rainfall contribute to consistently bountiful harvests in the town’s fields, orchards, and vineyards. The fertile land is probably the reason why this area was first called Bethlehem or Beit Lehem, which means, “house of bread.” During Jacob’s long journey backContinue reading “The little Town of Bethlehem”
Standing with Israel 