church of the nativity 4

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One last image of the Church of the Nativity. This is a wider shot of the Church of St. Catherine (Roman Catholic), which is a part of the traditional site where Christ was born. One of the most amazing aspects of my trip to the Holy Land was the opportunity to visit so many beautiful cathedrals and churches.

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crucifix detail

This is a detail from a crucifix located beneath the Church of the Nativity, Bethlehem. The site is the traditional location of the birth of Jesus.

Jerusalem

Jerusalem

From a trip to the Holy Land a few years ago. The Church of All Nations can be seen in the center left of the image. Also known as the Church or Basilica of the Agony, it is a Roman Catholic church located on the Mount of Olives next to the Garden of Gethsemane.

sea of galilee

seaofgalilee

Taken a couple of years ago when I had the opportunity to visit the Holy Land. My journey through Israel was one of spiritual and life changing significance for me. Hope you enjoy.

Masada

Snake Path

There are two ways to get to the top of Masada… the Snake Path… or…

Masada

…the gondola “path”.  We chose the Snake Path. It is a fairly difficult and fun hike to the top.

Masada

 If you ever go to Israel, this is a must see.

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From the Ancient City of Dan

This was taken from the Ancient City of Dan in northern Israel.
This was taken from the Ancient City of Dan in northern Israel.

The Church of the Nativity, Bethlehem

The Church of the Nativity is a basilica located in Bethlehem, Palestinian territories, and is considered to be the oldest continuously operating Christian church in the world.
The Church of the Nativity is a basilica located in Bethlehem, Palestinian territories, and is considered to be the oldest continuously operating Christian church in the world.

Church of the Nativity

prayer

Taken at the Wailing Wall in Jerusalem.
Taken at the Wailing Wall in Jerusalem.

The Young Lady of Jerusalem

The third in this small series from my trip to Israel. Saw this young princess in Old Jerusalem.
The third in this small series from my trip to Israel. Saw this young princess in Old Jerusalem.

Sea of Galilee 2

This was going to be the last in a short series from Israel, but I have one more. This is a favorite.
This was going to be the last in a short series from Israel, but I have one more. This one is a favorite.