Caesarea Philippi was a Roman city by Mount Hermon. And since Jesus visited it, it has become an important Christian pilgrimage destination. Note: Philip the Tetrarch, Herod’s son, founded Caesarea Philippi. Table of Contents1 Map2 Meaning3 History4 Why did Jesus go to Caesarea Philippi?5 Caesarea Philippi in the Bible6 Banias Springs7 The Sanctuary of Pan8…
Meshek Ofaimme, for sustainable agriculture, has a farm in Arava, stores, and coffee shops. And you can buy and taste their sustainable, organic, fair trade, and animal-friendly produce. Table of Contents1 Branches2 Contact Information3 Kashrut4 Deliveries5 The Farm Shop and Cafe in Beit Hansen5.1 Store5.2 Restaurant5.3 Restrooms6 Hansen House7 Ester Tower8 About Meshek Ofaimme9 Summary…
According to tradition, Jesus prayed and was arrested the night before his crucifixion in the Garden of Gethsemane. Note: In that olive garden, Jesus also underwent agony in the garden. Table of Contents1 Map2 Where is Gethsemane Today?3 Directions and Parking4 Opening Hours5 Entrance Fee6 What Does Gethsemane Mean?7 Why is the Garden of Gethsemane…
The rock hyrax is a medium-sized (4–5 kg) mammal native to Africa and the Middle East. Rock Hyraxes eat a wide variety of plants. And in Israel, you can mostly find them in the mountains. Note: I shot the featured image at Ein Gedi Nature Reserve. Table of Contents1 Basic Info2 What do Hyraxes Eat?3…
Nutria (Coypu) is a large (40 – 60 cm body and 30 – 45 cm tail) herbivorous rodent. Nutria originates in South America, but today you can find it in many places. The Origins of Nutria in Israel When I joined my first Safari Wagon tour in Agamon Hula almost two decades ago, the guide…
Cenacle comes from Latin, meaning dining room. According to Christian Bible, the Last Supper and other significant events occurred here. Note: Cenacle is also called the Upper Room. Table of Contents1 Map2 Directions and Parking3 Entrance Fee4 Opening Hours5 Names6 What is the Meaning of the word Cenacle?7 The Last Supper in the Bible8 Upper…