Inspiration from Zion: This is a Love Story

Do not remain silent

August 5, 2014

Stand up for what is right, know the difference between right and wrong. Do not remain silent. Not to speak is to speak, not to choose is to choose.

When it seems there is nothing left, there is still heart and soul. Around the world there are people busy spreading hate, shouting about killing Jews: “From the river to the sea Palestine will be free (i.e. free of Jews)” and “Too bad Hitler didn’t finish the job”. In Gaza there are people actively trying … More Giving heart and soul…

Monsters under the bed…

July 31, 2014

Parents around the world are familiar with the child’s fear of the dark, the fear of monsters under the bed or in the closet. In most cases, this fear is irrational and can be banished by simply turning on the lights. In Israel, it’s the parents that are afraid for their children. The monsters are … More Monsters under the bed…

You can’t have it both ways…

July 31, 2014

Thank you Naftali Bennett for this clear and straightforward explanation of the situation. If only the world would wake up and demand and end to the terrorism that is endangering the lives of Israelis and Gazans alike.

“Don’t call me an Arab Christian; I’m an Arabic speaking Israeli Christian”

July 30, 2014

At the demonstration people told me, “Don’t call me an Arab Christian; I’m an Arabic speaking Israeli Christian. We’re not Arabs.” Words matter, semantics matter. This self-definition is both radical and revolutionary. Most Christians in Israel are Arabs and traditionally they side with Arab Moslems. Some of the most infamous terrorists are Arab Christians… When … More “Don’t call me an Arab Christian; I’m an Arabic speaking Israeli Christian”

The right to live free in our own country…

July 29, 2014

I just came back from Erez’s funeral. He is one of 10 soldiers killed yesterday. Each one was a son, brother, father, friend. We did not choose this war. We do not want it. The only thing we want is to live free in our own country.

Wrapped in love…

July 29, 2014

While Hamas terrorists are strapping on suicide vests to confront IDF soldiers in Gaza, the soldiers of Israel are wrapping themselves in the love and gratitude of their people. All over Israel businesses are collecting gift packages for soldiers. There are signs in the streets promising, “We will be strong at home so that you … More Wrapped in love…

Love your neighbor as yourself…

July 28, 2014

Israelis argue, complain and criticize. A lot. Israelis are loud, nosey, opinionated and brutally honest. Being polite or diplomatic is not our strong suite. Living in Israel is not easy. Our “neighborhood” is not nice – this current war with Hamas is just one example… In addition, Israelis themselves can be very difficult. So what’s … More Love your neighbor as yourself…

You can believe in stones – as long as you don’t throw them on me

July 26, 2014

Wafa Sultan clearly explains the chaos in the world today.

IDF, caring for civilians – on both “sides”

July 25, 2014

The IDF has set up a hospital to take care of residents of Gaza. Hamas, after turning their own hospital in to a terror HQ with the terror leaders hiding in the basement (using patients as a human shield from Israeli airstrike) and shooting missiles at Israeli civilians from the hospital compound – is preventing … More IDF, caring for civilians – on both “sides”