Sights and Sounds of Jerusalem ✡ "Abraham My Friend"

But thou, Israel, My servant, Jacob whom I have chosen, the seed of Abraham My friend. ISAIAH (41:8)   וְאַתָּה יִשְׂרָאֵל עַבְדִּי יַעֲקֹב אֲשֶׁר בְּחַרְתִּיךָ זֶרַע אַבְרָהָם אֹהֲבִי ישעיהו מא:ח v'-ata yees-ra-el av'-dee ya-a-kov a-sher b'-khar'-tee-kha ze-ra av-ra-ham o-ha-vee

Jerusalem Inspiration The Sages taught that the name Hebron (khev-ron) is a contraction of the the word 'khaver' /חבר (friend) and the word 'na-eh'/נאה (agreeable). The name of the city of Hebron identifies Abraham as the first agreeable friend of God, as Isaiah says in today's verse! The Hebron Fund assists in keeping the Jewish presence in Hebron strong. Contribute to this year's Hebron Raffle and be a part of the continued presence of Jews in the city of our forefathers.   Get your ticket for the Hebron Fund Raffle now » The Sights and Sounds of Jerusalem Enjoy this powerful music video called "Jerusalem: Eye of the Universe," which takes you on a tour throughout the sights and sounds of the Holy City.   Watch here » Joint Thwarting of Terror Attack In a joint operation, Israel’s Security Agency and the Israel Defense Force took down a Hamas terror cell planning a number of large-scale attacks, including one on Jerusalem’s Teddy Stadium.   Read more » Israel USA Pin Get this handy lapel pin, and sport your support of the Israel, US alliance. FREE shipping going on now! Get this Great Deal » Jerusalem Daily Photo Jerusalem at twilight by Michael Shmidt. Those who call out to God from the holy city, are surely 'friends' of God.   See more photos by Michael Shmidt » Thank You Today's Jerusalem Scenes and Inspiration is sponsored by Robin Sussman in memory of her parents Sigmund and Barbara Beer. Toda Raba!   Sponsor a day » “Thank You for Posting these Beautifully Inspiring Photos” It’s great to hear from you and make new friends from all over the world. Please send mean email and let me know how you are enjoying Jerusalem365 (don’t forget to say where you are from!).   Stay in Touch »   Thank you for posting these beautifully inspiring photos.  I am praying for Israel during these trying times and I have complete confidence in the Almighty to deliver his people once again.  Blessings. Priscilla V. CA, USA Dear Jerusalem365, I enjoy the Bible readings and watch the photos of Jerusalem. Thank you, keep us updated and God bless. Joice Blessing from Jerusalem, Rabbi Tuly Weisz RabbiTuly@Israel365.com

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Latter rain and grain

"I will give the rain of your land at its time, 

the early rain and the latter rain, 

and you will gather in 

your grain, your wine, and your oil." 

- Deuteronomy 11:14

Photo: מיכאל שמידט צלם-אמן

Wild Olive Shoots

"But if some of the branches were broken off, and you, although a wild olive shoot, were grafted in among the others and now share in the nourishing root of the olive tree, do not be arrogant toward the branches... remember it is not you who support the root, but the root that supports you."

A grove of olive trees in Galilee. An olive tree can live a thousand years or more if not cut down. When it is cut down it will grow back from the stem. It gives beautiful oil, provides shade and reminds us of God's promise.

Photo by: Michael Shmidt-Photographer Artist