Chuck Pierce's Latest Update - "DO NOT BE AFRAID WHEN THE BULL BEGINS TO RUN AGAIN!"

August 25, 2015

Chuck Pierce's Latest Update on Financial Shakings and the Stock Market:
"DO NOT BE AFRAID WHEN THE BULL BEGINS TO RUN AGAIN!"

Chuck D. Pierce, Corinth, TX

From the desk of Steve Shultz:

This is the prophetic revelation that many of you have been waiting for. You want to get a Word from the Lord from a prophet about the financial situation in the USA and in the earth. You want to know what's going to happen with the Stock Market. And you want to know what the next year or two holds.

OK, the good news is that this word by Chuck Pierce is quite specific and even names dates. The challenge is that this is not going to be the easiest word to understand, so let me try to clarify some things here. Two of Chuck's trusted prophetic friends had dreams about the financial crisis. The Lord then gave Chuck the interpretations of these dreams plus some direction for God's people.

1) God's intention is to help the Body of Christ prosper in the days ahead because of the shift that is taking place.

2) DO NOT FEAR. Say this over and over again, "God is in control. I will not be afraid!

3) Read this word from Chuck several times:

Chuck Pierce: I want you to stop and understand one thing about wealth: Wealth does not go away. Rather, wealth is transferred from place to place to place. You are not to think, "Oh my, everything is going to crash and the wealth will be gone." That is not how it works. Rather, you are to ask "How will it be transferred?" and "How will this transfer affect you?"

4) IMPORTANT: Chuck said there will be ONE MORE GREAT SHAKING NEXT MONTH! THAT MEANS SEPTEMBER!

Chuck Pierce: The Beast is a coalition that is organized to manipulate the transference of wealth this hour. There will be one more great shaking in the next month. Then we must see how to move with revelation that will secure the operations of God's Kingdom for the next two years.

5) Now Read this paragraph several times:

Chuck Pierce: What is happening now will be a protection to you in days ahead. The Beast is a coalition that is organized to manipulate the transference of wealth this hour.There will be one more great shaking in the next month. Then we must see how to move with revelation that will secure the operations of God's Kingdom for the next two years. 

6) This repeatedly talks about a "BULL MARKET." This is a Stock Market condition in which the prices are going mainly up, which encourages investment. 

Now read this paragraph:

Chuck Pierce: Anne's dream is about a Bull Market returning, but this market will be controlled by a coalition, rather than the Federal Reserve System manipulations. In your field there will come a time when the bull will be predominant. 

People need to make financial decisions now, but that can be very difficult because of emotional attachments to money. Some people need to get out of stocks and bonds, and make decisions to do that.[Note by Steve Shultz: This seems to be because you are not able to get out from under your controlling emotions so the Stock Market is NOT FOR YOU!]

You have to make your decisions, but if you live in fear then you will never grab hold of the "bull-beast" when he begins to overshadow in the spring. In the midst of what we're going through, there is a secure, peaceful place to be confined. Don't fear Babylon. 

God will bring angelic help to reveal how the overshadowing of the "bull-beast" coalition will cause us to prosper in days ahead. [Note by Steve Shultz: for those who God has stay in the market, he will send angelic help if you ask, to show you how to take advantage of the Bull Market. You are not to fear, as if this has to do with BABYLON! God is helping His People prosper.]

7) Here is a good Word... a promise of God through Chuck Pierce:

The Lord would say, "Don't fear being sucked up by the sinking financial hole that has formed. By February 19-21, you will find that monies and supply that you thought were gone for good, have been waiting to find their way back to you. Even though you have shut accounts from the past, the monies are being held for you to steward again."

8) Read this over and over again...

Chuck Pierce: "There is a change in your field that's coming. Do not try to overprotect those in the change; just announce the change is coming, and be aware that we all will be affected and must make a move. In the midst of that, know that I will send an overshadowing opportunity back in your way in days ahead. When this overshadowing comes, ask for clear revelation on how to increase. The next six months, beginning now, will be key for you to understand the changes in the field so you can see a shift in My provision in days ahead. Do not be fearful. Be at peace, make your changes, and watch Me send in what you need for the future in your field."

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The Elijah List & Breaking Christian News 

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Chuck Pierce's Latest Update on Financial Shakings and the Stock Market: 
"DO NOT BE AFRAID WHEN THE BULL BEGINS TO RUN AGAIN!"

Chuck D. Pierce, Corinth, TX

Tuesday, August 25, 2015

Dear Friends and Economic Watchers:

Although many things in the world around us may seem to be spiraling out of control, the LORD is continuing to speak to His people. He is our strong tower in time of need, and the One who aligns our emotions so we can hear and embrace His revelation for this season. This was clearly seen in our services yesterday. Don't miss the key dreams and prophetic revelation below!

We are watching history being made. Most of America, and perhaps the world, thought that the Federal Reserve was the most powerful economic agency in the world. However, the incident of the market drop yesterday refuted that idea. China showed that they could manipulate the world market for their benefit as we approach the new Jewish Year, 5776, and the new civil year 2016. The Lord revealed this to me in 1986.

The two dreams below given by the Lord to Anne Tate and Emma Moore reveal the future of the economic world. Pray for me as I continue writing the third book that will project key revelation for God's Kingdom people through 2026.

Emotion vs. Vision: Shutting Unwanted, Soulish Doors!

The LORD had me begin Sunday morning during our Triumphant Faith Institute component with a message on "Emotion vs. Vision: Shutting Unwanted, Soulish Doors!" In a time when much seems to be shaking, we must not allow our emotions to dictate how we respond to hurts, fears or confusion. Rather, we must allow Holy Spirit to bring healing and deliverance to areas that will close off access that the enemy has been using, to distract and capture us. This is a message that some of you will want to hear several times, and one that will give you hope to rise to a new level of discernment and wholeness.

Finding Your Place in the Company of the LORD!

During our Celebration Service on Sunday, Robert Heidler shared on "Finding Your Place in the Company of the LORD: The Host of Heaven and His Army on Earth!" As we push to complete this year of Ayin Hei with a new strength, we must understand with whom we are aligned. In this first of two messages by Robert, he taught on angels and how we partner with the army of Heaven. I am fond of saying, "Don't run off the angels!" We are entering a season when we will need the angels to interact with us as never before, so don't miss Robert's teaching that will open your eyes in a new way to the host of Heaven. Next week he will continue this message by teaching on God's Army on the Earth!

Don't Fear the Bull When He Runs Again! Two Key Dreams for NOW!

During the service on Sunday, I invited Anne Tate to share a dream that speaks into the global financial gyrations we are seeing. After she shared the dream publicly, Emma Moore (one of our financial records stewards), shared another key dream. I wanted to share both of these dreams with you, along with what I hear the Lord communicating through these dreams.

Dream 1: Winter Will Come! You Will See That Finances You Are Owed Will Return!

The weather was icy and snowy. There was a big sinkhole in the street that was surrounded by ice. I was trying not to get sucked up by the hole that had a slippery edge. A person from my past showed up with papers in hand. He was explaining why he hadn't sent me the money he owed me. He said my account had been closed. Then I woke up.

The Lord would say, "Don't fear being sucked up by the sinking financial hole that has formed. By February 19-21, you will find that monies and supply that you thought were gone for good, have been waiting to find their way back to you. Even though you have shut accounts from the past, the monies are being held for you to steward again."

Dream 2: Do Not Be Afraid When the Bull Begins to Run Again

I was standing in a large field under a single tree – which is interesting because we're in the month when the King is in the field. I was trying to protect someone and when I came to them, I said, "The Beast has been loosed!" The person I was trying to protect got up and they were able to run. I turned and saw a BULL and it was running straight for me and I knew I couldn't do anything. Suddenly the bull was over me and I was under it and I was at peace; the BULL was just standing there.

I said, "Lord, Chuck gave a word when we were in Malaysia that said when you get in a situation that you can't do anything about, ask for an angel. So You're going to have to send an angel to help me here."

I knew it was fall because the grass was not green, but dying, and the tree's leaves had turned colors. It seemed to me that we will be "under" the bull for a while because when the dream ended I was still under him and it was part of what the Lord did to assist me angelically.

We must understand that a tremendous economic shift is going on. However, I want you to stop and understand one thing about wealth: Wealth does not go away. Rather, wealth is transferred from place to place to place. You are not to think, "Oh my, everything is going to crash and the wealth will be gone." That is not how it works. Rather, you are to ask "How will it be transferred?" and "How will this transfer affect you?"

China has now taken the lead in economic influence, transfer, and manipulation.

Eventually the BULL will overshadow you. That means to hover over you. That says that the market is being restructured. Gain revelation from the changes that occur this week. Ask for angelic assistance on how to move.

What is happening now will be a protection to you in days ahead. The Beast is a coalition that is organized to manipulate the transference of wealth this hour. There will be one more great shaking in the next month. Then we must see how to move with revelation that will secure the operations of God's Kingdom for the next two years.

We've heard prophecies this year about the economic shift that would be taking place by September 2016. What I prophesied was that we wouldn't start seeing the new order of that shift until mid-February into March 2016. Therefore, I think we're seeing the shift happen right now, and people have to know what to do. Understand that this shift is going to affect you in whatever field you are in. You can be fearful in the midst of this shift, or you can stand in that field and attempt to help others make it through without their emotional crash.

Anne's dream is about a Bull market returning, but this market will be controlled by a coalition, rather than the Federal Reserve System manipulations. In your field there will come a time when the bull will be predominant. People need to make financial decisions now, but that can be very difficult because of emotional attachments to money. Some people need to get out of stocks and bonds, and make decisions to do that.

You have to make your decisions, but if you live in fear then you will never grab hold of the "bull-beast" when he begins to overshadow in the spring. In the midst of what we're going through, there is a secure, peaceful place to be confined. Don't fear Babylon. God will bring angelic help to reveal how the overshadowing of the "bull-beast" coalition will cause us to prosper in days ahead.

"There is a change in your field that's coming. Do not try to overprotect those in the change; just announce the change is coming, and be aware that we all will be affected and must make a move. In the midst of that, know that I will send an overshadowing opportunity back in your way in days ahead.

"When this overshadowing comes, ask for clear revelation on how to increase. The next six months, beginning now, will be key for you to understand the changes in the field so you can see a shift in My provision in days ahead. Do not be fearful. Be at peace, make your changes, and watch Me send in what you need for the future in your field."

Blessings,

Chuck D. Pierce
Glory of Zion International Ministries

Email: chuckp@glory-of-zion.org
Website: glory-of-zion.org

Charles D. "Chuck" Pierce serves as President of Global Spheres, Inc. (GSI) in Corinth, Texas. This is an apostolic, prophetic ministry that is being used to gather and mobilize the worshipping Triumphant Reserve throughout the world. Chuck also serves as President of Glory of Zion International Ministries, a ministry that aligns Jew and Gentile. 

He is known for his accurate prophetic gifting which helps direct nations, cities, churches, and individuals in understanding the times and seasons in which we live. Chuck and his wife, Pam, have six children and seven grandchildren. He has authored over 20 books, including the best-sellers Interpreting the Times, Redeeming the Time, and Time to Defeat the Devil.

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The Holy Spirit Remains Alive in Catholics Worldwide

8/22/2015 STEVE STRANG  charisma magazine

Outside of the United States, the Charismatic movement has flourished in the Catholic Church. (YouTube)

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The Charismatic Renewal began less than 10 years before Charisma first published in 1975. In fact, we get the name Charismatic Renewal from the Catholics who, when they received the Baptism of the Holy Spirit at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh and later at Notre Dame in South Bend, were called "neo-Pentecostals."

Apparently someone didn't like that term and, so, they referred to the movement as "renewal" of the charismata, which, in Greek, means gifts in the plural. So, Charismatic comes from the word charismata rather than the word charisma (which is the singular form).

The name stuck, and now most Pentecostals use it interchangeably with the word Pentecostal.  

The Catholics who experienced God's power believe that it was an outgrowth of when Pope John XXIII invited "a new Pentecost" at Vatican II in 1962. Few things have changed the Catholic Church as much in our lifetime as the Charismatic Renewal. By 2013, according to Catholic World Report, some 160 million worldwide had received the experience called the Baptism of the Holy Spirit, which almost always accompanied a renewed love for Christ and fervency about serving God and serving the church.  

In the early days of Charisma, we covered the charismatic movement a great deal. On our charismamag.com site, we are republishing some of those early articles about the move of the Spirit, not only among Catholics but other groups too. You can read a couple of those articles titled, "A Classic Pentecostal Encounters Charismatic Catholics," and "Charismatic Renewal: The Conference 'Heard Around the World.'"

The Catholics always saw their movement as "ecumenical," and they interacted with the Protestant charismatics and Pentecostals on the basis that the Pope had encouraged ecumenical dialogue.

In fact, I have had some people tell me that while top denominational leaders engage in ecumenical talks with other leaders, the only real grass-roots ecumenical movement in the world is the charismatic renewal.

As time passed, it seemed that Catholic charismatics became more Catholic and less charismatic. I could be wrong, but I have had some friends who have expressed that opinion to me, and that has been my observation. The huge conferences Catholic charismatics held back in that era are no more and the smaller conferences that are still held have a relatively low profile. No real large parachurch-type ministries have emerged like in the Protestant charismatic movement. For example, there are no large parachurch television ministries and so forth.  

This is not to say that the Spirit is not at work or that the Catholic charismatic movement has dwindled or died. In a way, that notion somewhat parallels Full Gospel Businessmen, which has declined a great deal in the United States but taken off worldwide. The same thing holds true for the charismatic movement in the Catholic Church.  

Bert Ghezzi, a graduate student who came from the Pittsburgh area but was studying at Notre Dame, worked as one of my editors for a number of years. During this era, he may have been the link between Pittsburgh and Notre Dame. Much of what I know about the charismatic movement I know from Bert and my interaction with him. He did a great job as an editor and is one of the most ecumenical people I've ever known. He retired a number of years ago and I still miss him. 

Bert recently made these observations to me in an email about the Catholic Charismatic Renewal: 

"The Catholic Charismatic Renewal has slowed in the U.S., but continues to grow in Latin America. It slowed when bishops tended to make prayer groups into parish organizations (instead of the freewheeling groups of the early days). ...  Observe that many Catholic Charismatics have followed the leadings of the Spirit into a wide variety of services: caring for the poor, religious education of the young and adults, evangelization and so on. Although EWTN is not a charismatic network, it began with Mother Angelica, a charismatic nun, and is now a worldwide media conglomerate."

You can check out Bert's blog titled,  "Praying in the Spirit" at bertghezzi.com.

I would be interested in feedback from Catholic charismatics who read this to see if you agree with my observations. Also, please check out the links to the articles that we're publishing. I believe you will enjoy reading them and reminiscing. I also think they are still interesting and pertinent after all these years.

Steve Strang is the founder and publisher of Charisma. Follow him on Twitter @sstrang or Facebook (stephenestrang).

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5 Months of Grace by Doug Addison

5 Months of Grace by Doug Addison

 - Doug Addison

Indentity Network

We are coming to a tipping point that will be here from August through September. Over the next few months, things will be established in your life even though it may not be crystal clear just yet. God is revealing His hidden plans for you.

Expect to see rapid changes begin to take place. You will need to battle through discouragement, attacks against relationships, and your health. The enemy is continuing to overplay his attacks against many people. This is because there is a powerful breakthrough coming for those who stand through the storms.

There will be a greater level of repayment coming for those who make it through the season. Prophetic dreams will continue to increase. An unusual amount of wisdom and favor is being released right now.

Humility is a Key

There is power in being humble. The spirit of pride has been disguising itself as righteous anger in many people. As you humble yourself (even if you were right), God will defend you and lift you up.

"Humble yourselves, therefore, under God's mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time." 1 Peter 5:6

Attack on Strategic People

If you or someone you know has been under attack by the enemy then there is a good chance that you are a strategic person in the Kingdom of God.

The enemy is trying to take out those who will be a part of this new move of God that's coming. Those on the front lines have been suffering from burnout, repeated attacks from the enemy, sickness and discouragement.

The enemy is trying to take out those who have been battling and doing the work for the kingdom. The only way to get through this attack is to pull back and get a new strategy.

Those who stay on the front lines right now in the midst of this battle are in danger of being taken out. It does not mean you have to step out of what you are doing. Instead, step back and regroup. Increase your intercession, get a new plan and in many cases people need to establish new associations.

Five Months of Grace

There is a release of five months of grace to get into God's timing. Starting now through the first part of the 2016 God is releasing His timing and He is repositioning people for something bigger that is coming.

The source of the enemy's attacks is going to be revealed over the next five months. God is going to reveal the strategic attacks from the enemy that have been holding people down and keeping them from advancing. If you have been seeing a repeated cycle of defeat or discouragement in your life, then this prophetic word is for you.

You will need to exercise God's wisdom. There is power and favor in resting and regrouping. The next five months will be a strategic time to gain deeper understanding about your situation.

In October there will be a release of new assignments, and angelic help will come to move you swiftly into your calling. Destinies will be revealed. This is a time to plan long.

Flashlight Angel Dream

I had a prophetic dream that a silver glowing flashlight appeared in midair right before me. In the dream I knew it was an angel being assigned to shine the way through this dark season that many people are going through. I was jumping up and down rejoicing because of the angelic assignments that were happening.

Expect to see deeper insight into your situation as God assigns angels to shine His light and guide you during this season.

Swim Shorts Sale Dream

I was in a store that was bright white and an angel was there with me. There was a sale on swim shorts. They were a two-for-one deal and I saw a blue pair that I had owned years ago that I really liked. But there they were brand new.

The meaning of this dream is that God is bringing back gifts, anointings and callings that we have had previously. It is an invitation to go deeper into the spirit right now. Water represents the spirit and swim shorts represent our ability to go deep. That two-for-one means God is doubling what he has previously given to you.

Shark Turns to a Seal

I had a dream that I was standing on a deck that overlooked the most beautiful crystal clear blue ocean. Suddenly, I could see a very large black shark coming towards the deck. It jumped up out of the water and lunged at me. I ran back in the house where I was staying, and the shark slid across the floor towards me. But then it turned into a seal.

This dream indicates that the enemy is trying to attack us with fear, but God is going to turn that around and reveal something positive from it. Seals can represent fun and a good time, as well as God's seal upon you. One of the keys for now is to break through fear and not let the enemy intimidate you.

Dreams and Uncommon Favor and Wisdom

"And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men." Luke 2:52

God will be speaking through dreams over the next few months. It will require wisdom not only to understand the dreams, but to know how to respond. As you get into God's timing, an uncommon amount of God's favor will begin to flow in your life.

Get ready for dreams and supernatural encounters. Expect wisdom, revelation and strategies. Watch how the plans of the enemy are revealed, while God releases strategic alignment into His timing for your life. Prepare yourself for unprecedented amounts of grace and favor!

Things are going to heat up in a good way in the spiritual realm. Grace, hope and love to you.

Doug Addison

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"I Am Releasing the WHISTLE BLOWERS Throughout the Earth!" Steve Shultz

August 25, 2015 - Important Repost from April 2, 2015:

"I Am Releasing the WHISTLE BLOWERS

 Throughout the Earth!"

Steve Shultz, Albany, OR

From the desk of Steve Shultz:

In light of many recent events in the media and news, some of our readers have written to me about this prophetic vision and word I posted on April 2, 2015 about God releasing "Whistle Blowers" throughout the earth... and as you can all see, it's been happening, BIG TIME!

Because of that, some have written to me asking if I would re-release (or repost on Facebook) this word because it's been coming true in a big way, even in recent days!

We are in a season of seeing more and more whistle blowers... and hidden things all over the earth have been or are about to be revealed.

Many of our readers know that I am a grace-filled messenger and I continually talk about God's amazing, life-giving GRACE.... and for that reason I believe He is giving a message to the Church at large about this as I share in this word:

"...He is going to release the whistle blowers, first a few at a time and then more, and finally a massive release of whistle blowers will be released on the earth, such that the hidden corruption many are playing with – "FROM THE AVERAGE HOUSE to the CHURCH HOUSE, from the STATE HOUSE to the WHITE HOUSE" – will be revealed to all.

"...this is a good time for EACH OF US to walk circumspectly, living a life of repentance, being faithful in the small things..."

I encourage all of us to read this word again and ask the Lord if there are any areas in our own lives that need a healing/transformation, etc.

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Steve Shultz, Founder and Publisher
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Important Repost: "I Am Releasing the WHISTLE BLOWERS Throughout the Earth!"

Steve Shultz, Albany, OR

Prophetic word previously posted on April 2, 2015:

This week (in a vision), I saw a football field that looked more like a college field with the bleachers on only one side of the field. Both teams were playing on the "Left" and the "Right."

As the teams played, all seemed normal. From time to time, the refs would throw down a penalty flag, as one team or the other was caught in an infraction of both the letter and spirit of the rules. The crowd watching had no inkling that much more was going on, which was "illegal or improper" within the game – but the refs would only call the normal or rare penalty.

On the opposite side of the field was a large rectangular, plain brown building, with no apparent reason for it being there. Suddenly the door was quickly opened, and a man in a business suit and a nicely dressed woman came running out onto the field during the game. Each threw a penalty flag down and blew a loud whistle. The field refs were confused, as was the crowd. These "trespassers" were ushered off the field by security and the game proceeded.

Suddenly a large door opened in the same brown building and 4-5 people, dressed in various ways, from a plumber and a baker to a doctor and a nurse, ran out on the field in the middle of the game, throwing down penalty flags and all blowing whistles at the same time.

Finally, they too were cleared and the game continued one last time until suddenly, multiple doors were flung open from the brown building and hundreds and hundreds of men, women and children ran onto the field, throwing down penalty flags and blowing whistles. The sound was deafening. The game had been overwhelmed and had to be cancelled.

The official refs were left clueless as to what to do. Their day was finished as well. Their own GAME WAS OVER!

WHAT THE SPIRIT IS SAYING:

I heard the Spirit say, "I AM releasing the WHISTLE BLOWERS throughout the earth! Prepare, for everything hidden will be revealed!"

Then the Spirit began to lay out God's plan:

He is going to release the whistle blowers, first a few at a time and then more, and finally a massive release of whistle blowers will be released on the earth, such that the hidden corruption many are playing with – "FROM THE AVERAGE HOUSE to the CHURCH HOUSE, from the STATE HOUSE to the WHITE HOUSE" – will be revealed to all.

I knew in my spirit that since the Whistle Blowers are being released, this is a good time for EACH OF US to walk circumspectly, living a life of repentance, being faithful in the small things, because God is about to BLOW HIS WHISTLE and RELEASE THE WHISTLE BLOWERS – and END THIS GAME.

Blessings,

Steve Shultz, Founder and Publisher
The Elijah List & Breaking Christian News 

http://www.elijahlist.com

Steve Shultz is the Founder of The Elijah List, the largest online publication focused on the prophetic ministry. Steve Shultz had his first prophetic dream in 1984 and spent much of the 1980's and 1990's learning to hear God's voice. His first book, "Can't You Talk Louder, God"details a lot of his prophetic journey. In 1994, God released him to prophesy to others and he's been doing it ever since. He began publishing The Elijah List in 1997, which now goes to many hundreds of thousands of readers daily through the web, emails, Facebook, and Twitter. 

When Steve ministers on the prophetic, his purpose is not only to encourage others with this prophetic gift, but to train them on the lavish grace and mercy given to us by Jesus Christ. "Ministry to others without really stretching them regarding the PROPHETIC GRACE and THE GOODNESS OF THE LORD, would be no fun at all!" he says. Steve has been married 37 years and he and his wife, Derene have 3 grown children and one grandchild.

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President of Refugees or Holy Land Celebrity?

Tuesday, August 25, 2015 |  Ryan Jones  ISRAEL TODAY

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The Palestinian Authority and its collaborators in the mainstream media like to paint the Palestinian-controlled territories as a land oppressed and destitute. But one has only to look at the palatial living standards of the Palestinian leadership to realize something’s fishy.

This week, photos emerged on social media showing the newly completed palace of Palestinian “president” Mahmoud Abbas in Ramallah (pictured left). Many commenters could be excused for at first glance thinking this was an artist’s rendition of the historical and grandiose Jewish Temple in Jerusalem.

Plans to construct this princely dwelling were not unknown. Years ago the Palestinian Economic Council for Development & Reconstruction (PECDAR) posted the project details. And in late–2010 Abbas was photographed by the AP as he laid the cornerstone of this new “West Bank” chateau.

But there seemed to be some discrepancies between particulars provided by PECDAR and, well, reality.

First, the Palestinian leadership described the project as a “public facility,” though it is doubtful the average public will ever see its interior. It is listed as a “guest palace,” ostensibly a residence for visiting dignitaries. But that begs two questions: a.) can the cash-strapped Palestinians really afford to be building such lavish “guest houses”?; and b.) if that’s the presidential “guest” palace, what does Abbas’ primary residence look like?!

By way of comparison, here’s a photo of the official, Israeli taxpayer-funded residence of Israel’s prime minister (foreign dignitaries have to stay in a hotel):

The second glaring issue is that PECDAR claims construction of Abbas’ palace was “self-financed.” But as any informed observer knows, the bulk of the Palestinian Authority national budget comes from foreign aid, and even then there’s a huge deficit.

In other words, take a look at the new home your taxes just bought for the head of the PLO!

And, in the meantime, Abbas and his regime are still spending very, very little of that aid to actually boost the Palestinian economy and better the lives of the people he claims to serve.

Several years ago, the Jerusalem Institute of Justice (JIJ) conducted research revealing that since the signing of the Oslo Accords in 1995, the Palestinian Authority had received 25 times more financial aid per capita (considering current inflation) than the citizens of Europe received under the Marshall Plan following World War II.

For those who know their history, the Marshall Plan financially enabled Europe to successfully rebuild following the most devastating war in history.

And yet, having been handed 25 times more cash and resources than post-war Europe, the Palestinian Authority continues to complain of unemployment, a faltering economy and destitute living conditions.

But hey, they’ve got enough to build presidential palaces!

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