Our little group of thirteen along with our driver and guide—Protestants, Catholics, Orthodox Christian, Muslim, Buddhist, Orthodox Jew and sceptics. Somehow on a “Jesus” boat sailing on the Sea of Galilee we find common ground. Together with a group of Nigerian Christians we learn to dance the Hava Nagila (Let Us Rejoice)—an Israeli folk song traditionally sung at Jewish celebrations. Our attempt is mostly clumsy, but we embrace it. Back on the bus we stop where Jesus is said to have preached the sermon on the mount. The church is touristy and crowded, but on a path behind the church I find a quiet spot that catches my imagination: Blessed are the merciful...Blessed are the pure of heart...Blessed are the peacemakers... Tonight in Palestine we celebrate peace. You are Always in My Prayers. Love Mom.
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Ms. Heenan
2/13/2019 07:19:28 am
What was it exactly about this particular spot that captured your imagination? I imagine Jesus preaching to his disciples under this tree myself. A profound and humbling photograph and experience, for sure.
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Diane
2/13/2019 11:30:02 am
I could imagine myself sitting on those rocks in the shade. The teacher would talk about the blessing of leading a kind life. I would nod and think about his words while I looked at the Sea of Galilee.
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