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The Jerusalem Light Rail: A Microcosm of the City’s Diversity
Produced by the Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs, this video (02:01) introduces the Jerusalem Light Rail, the first in Israel,
The Historical and Current Significance of the Knesset
This film [10:03], produced by Lapam, Israel’s Government Advertising Agency, illustrates the importance of the Knesset, and the historical decisions
The Changing Balance Between the Jewish and Non-Jewish Population of Jerusalem
This graph is included in an article published by the Jewish People Policy Institute, an independent professional policy think tank. The
Jerusalem’s Changing Demographics
The above graphs are from the publication “Facts and Trends 2018.” They present Jerusalem’s population in comparison to other major Israeli
The Split Between East and West Jerusalem
This video [04:47], published by i24NEWS, an Israeli international news channel based in Tel Aviv, presents the difficult dilemma of
Jerusalem’s Diverse and Changing Population
This video [04:20] , published by i24NEWS, an Israeli international news channel based in Tel Aviv, portrays the deep social
A Brief Background on the Ultra-Orthodox Vote in Jerusalem
In this video [04:39], published by i24NEWS, an Israeli international news channel based in Tel Aviv, Dr.Gilad Malach, head of
An Overview of the Knesset
This video [01:42], produced by the Israel Project, an American educational organization committed to informing global media about Israel, explains
The Israeli Supreme Court in Jerusalem: an Architectural Gem
This video, published by the Jewish Learning Institute, an organization committed to making Jewish learning accessible and meaningful to Jews
Six Days of Miracles: The Religious Significance of the Six Day War
Created by the World Mizrahi religious Zionist organization, this uplifting video (10:09) interprets Israel’s surprising and total victory in the Six
Mayor Nir Barkat: Jerusalem as the Eternal Capital
In this short video (0:53), Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat affirms that the city of Jerusalem is the spiritual, national, united
Battles on the Road to Jerusalem During the War of Independence
Produced by i24News to mark 70 years since the establishment of the State of Israel, this video (05:26) looks back on some
The Battles of the Paratroopers in the Six Day War
From the official website of Ammunition Hill, this link provides detailed information about the role of the Paratrooper Brigade during
President Reuven Rivlin’s Speech at Opening of US Embassy in Jerusalem
This video (06:52) presents Israel’s President Reuven Rivlin’s speech at the opening of the US embassy in Jerusalem in 2018. He
Soldiers Describe the Battle for Ammunition Hill & Jerusalem: 50 Years Later
Written by journalist Paul Auster to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Six Day War, this article from the Jerusalem
PM Ariel Sharon’s Address at the Jerusalem Day Ceremony at Ammunition Hill
This post presents the text of then Prime Minister Ariel Sharon’s speech at the Jerusalem Day Ceremony at Ammunition Hill
Inspired by 1967: A Panel Discussion with Yossi Klein Halevi, Michael Oren & Nir Barkat
Held in honor of the 50th anniversary of the Six Day War, this video (17:30) presents a panel discussion about
The Battle for Jerusalem in the Six Day War: Survival of a Nation
Produced by the Rohr Jewish Learning Institute, this moving video (08:29) tells the story of Israel’s 1967 battles for Jerusalem and
Introducing the Holy City from the Armon Hanatziv Promenade
This low quality video (0:54) presents tour guide Muki Jankelowitz introducing a group to the significance of Jerusalem from the
Ancient Maps of Jerusalem
Created by the the Jerusalem Municipality, this article presents images and explanations of a collection of ancient maps of Jerusalem,
Touring the Four Quarters of the Old City from the Rooftops
This video (06:21) from Israeli tour guide, Itay Rotem, presents an excellent introduction to the four quarters of the Old
Liberating the Old City of Jerusalem: A Personal Story
Created by the Israel Defense Forces, this moving video (01:04) recalls the liberation of the Old City of Jerusalem and
Quotes from the Sages About Jerusalem
This post presents a collection of quotes from rabbinic liturgy describing the significance of Jerusalem in Jewish tradition. Quotes from
20 Famous Quotes About Jerusalem
This post presents a selection of famous quotes about the power and role of Jerusalem from a wide range of
The Gates of the Old City
This post presents a map of the seven gates in the walls of the Old City of Jerusalem, along with
Jerusalem: The Eternal Jewish Capital
Featuring Danny Ayalon, former Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Israeli Ambassador to the US, this animated video (04:00) presents the historical,
Why Israelis and Palestinians Both Claim Jerusalem
Created by Vox, a liberal-leaning American news and opinion website, this video (05:00) explains the religious and historical reasons why both Israelis and Palestinians
The Contributions of Different Populations to Jerusalem Throughout History
Produced by Emek Shaveh, this animated video (02:38) briefly summarizes the history of Jerusalem from prehistoric to modern times, focusing
Rabbi Sacks on Jerusalem: The 50th Anniversary of Reunification
In this moving video (7:15), Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks, the previous Chief Rabbi of Great Britain, tells the moving story of
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IDF Central Command Variety Ensemble: Guard of the Walls
Written in 1977, this classic Israeli folk song by the Central Command Variety Ensemble of the Israel Defense Forces (Pikud Hamercaz)
Yehoram Gaon: From the Summit of Mount Scopus
This song, performed by Israeli singer and cultural icon, Yehoram Gaon, expresses the eternal Jewish longing to return to and
Yaffa Yarkoni: Bab el Wad
Written by Haim Gouri, composed by Shmuel Farshko and performed by Yaffa Yarkoni, this moving song commemorates the battles of
Ami Yares & Heartbeat: Jerusalem
This video features songwriter, musician and educator Ami Yares performing his original song “Jerusalem” together with Heartbeat, a social change organization
Paul Simon: Silent Eyes
Written by American singer-songwriter Paul Simon, Silent Eyes is a moving song about Jerusalem. Silent Eyes Silent eyes Watching Jerusalem
Glykeria: Shabechi Yerushalyim
This video presents Greek singer Glykeria’s Hebrew performance of the Israeli folk song, Shabechi Yerushalayim, together with the Israeli Philarmonic Orchestra. While
Blue Fringe: City of Gold
A moving song to Jerusalem, City of Gold was written by Blue Fringe, an American Jewish band. City Of Gold
Meir Ariel: Jerusalem of Iron
“Jerusalem of Iron” was written by Israeli singer-songwriter Meir Ariel following the Six Day War to the melody of Naomi
Avraham Fried: Yerushalayim SheBalev
With Hebrew and English lyrics on the backdrop of pictures of Jerusalem, this video features Avraham Fried‘s song “Yerushalayim Shebalev,” which describes
Don Mclean: Jerusalem
This video presents American singer-songwriter Don McLean’s song “Jerusalem,” written at the request of then-Jerusalem mayor Teddy Kollek for a
Lach Yerushalayim: An Israeli Folk Song
This video presents the Israeli folk song, Lach Yerushalayim, written by Amos Etinger, composed by A. Rubinstein, and performed by
Hadag Nachash: Here I Come (Lyrics & Lesson Plan)
This post presents Hadag Nachash’s song “Here I Come,” which follows one man’s journey between Jerusalem and Tel Aviv and
Yonina: Jerusalem Mashup
In this video, husband-wife team, Yonina, perform a creative medley of traditional and modern songs about Jerusalem, including Yaakov Shwekey’s melody for “If
Daliah Lavi: Jerusalem
This video presents Israeli actress, singer and model Daliah Lavi performing her song, Jerusalem, released in 1970. The lyrics, provided
Maureen Nehedar: Beautiful Heights
This video features Persian Jewish singer, Maureen Nehedar, singing an emotive melody for a moving song about Jerusalem, with lyrics
Alpha Blondy: Jerusalem
A call for peace between Jews, Christians and Muslims, this video features the reggae singer Alpha Blondy singing in English,
Sabaton: Counterstrike – A Heavy Metal Song About the Six Day War
This video presents a song about the Six Day War by Sabaton, a Swedish heavy metal band who’s songs recount
The Shira Chadasha Boys Choir: Psalm 125:1-2
This music video features the Shira Chadasha Boys Choir’s song about Jerusalem, an emotive melody for Psalm 125:1-2. These verses, presented
Jerusalem Sacred Music Festival
A promotional video for the annual Jerusalem Sacred Music Festival, this video (02:01) presents highlights from this unique celebration of
A Performance of Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah” on the Old City Walls
A live recording from the light show on the walls of the Old City celebrating the 50th anniversary of the reunification
City of David: An Indie-Gospel Cover Song About Jerusalem
Entitled “City of David,” this is the official music video of Feter Hendel’s cover of an old gospel song taught
Koolulam: 1000 People Sing Bob Marley’s “One Love” in Jerusalem
This inspirational video presents 1000 people of different backgrounds who gathered together to sing “One Love” by Bob Marley in English, Hebrew
Naomi Shemer: Yerushalayim Shel Zahav / Jerusalem of Gold
This popular Israeli song written by Naomi Shemer describes the Jewish people’s age-old yearning for and ultimate return to Jerusalem. Released just
Light Show on the Old City Walls: A Timeline of Jerusalem
This video (09:52) presents a beautiful light show on the walls of the Old City, created as part of the
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The Flavors of Mahane Yehuda Market
This video, [02:37], published by the Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs, portrays the vibrant atmosphere of the outdoor Mahane Yehuda
The Machane Yehuda Market: A Reflection of Jerusalem
This video [01:30], published by the Official Youtube Channel of the State of Israel, offers a glimpse into the bustling
Letters from Jerusalem: 1947-1948
This link provides a sample of letters that capture the spirit of the new country from the book “Letters from Jerusalem, 1947-1948”
Rabbi Yehuda Halevi: Jerusalem
This post presents medieval Spanish Jewish physician poet and philosopher Rabbi Yehuda Halevi’s poem “Jerusalem,” translated to English by Robert
Natan Yonatan: Everyone Has a Jerusalem
This post presents an English translation of a Hebrew poem about Jerusalem written by celebrated Israeli poet, Natan Yonatan (1923-2004).
Ethiopian Jews Celebrate Sigd in Jerusalem
Produced by the Christian Broadcasting Network, this short news segment (02:26) introduces the ancient Ethiopian Jewish holiday of Sigd, which symbolizes
Voices of Jerusalem: Celebrating 50 Years Since the Reunification
Produced by Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat in celebration of the 50th anniversary since the reunification of the city during the Six
Light Show on the Old City Walls: A Timeline of Jerusalem
This video (09:52) presents a beautiful light show on the walls of the Old City, created as part of the
How to Stay Fit in Jerusalem
This post offers links to all of the fitness centers you need to stay active and fit during your time
Public Transportation in Jerusalem
This post provides links to websites that can help you get around Jerusalem using public transportation. This article explains how to
Jerusalem Maps: Attractions & Public Transportation Routes
This post provides useful maps for visitors to Jerusalem, including those that highlight tourist attractions and bus routes. This link provides a
Where to Eat Shabbat Meals in Jerusalem
This post offers information about how you can get set up for Shabbat meals in Jerusalem. Please note that some
Footage from the Liberation of the Western Wall and the Temple Mount in 1967: “The Temple Mount is in Our Hands”
This short video from the Israel Defense Forces presents actual footage from the historic moment when Israeli soldiers overcame Arab
A Selection of Yehuda Amichai’s Poems About Jerusalem
This post offers the English translation of a selection of poems about Jerusalem, written by the iconic poet, Yehuda Amichai,
Quotes from Israeli Leaders Upon the Liberation of the Western Wall in 1967
An excerpt from a longer article about the liberation of the Western Wall in the Six Day War in 1967
Haim Hefer: The Paratroopers Are Crying
In this moving poem, Israeli songwriter, poet and writer, Haim Hefer, poetically describes the historic moment of the liberation of the
S.Y. Agnon’s Nobel Prize Acceptance Speech
This post presents the audio recording (Hebrew) and translated text of a short excerpt from Israeli author Shai (Shmuel Yosef)
President Reuven Rivlin’s Speech at Opening of US Embassy in Jerusalem
This video (06:52) presents Israel’s President Reuven Rivlin’s speech at the opening of the US embassy in Jerusalem in 2018. He
PM Ariel Sharon’s Address at the Jerusalem Day Ceremony at Ammunition Hill
This post presents the text of then Prime Minister Ariel Sharon’s speech at the Jerusalem Day Ceremony at Ammunition Hill
Ancient Maps of Jerusalem
Created by the the Jerusalem Municipality, this article presents images and explanations of a collection of ancient maps of Jerusalem,
Liberating the Old City of Jerusalem: A Personal Story
Created by the Israel Defense Forces, this moving video (01:04) recalls the liberation of the Old City of Jerusalem and
Quotes from the Sages About Jerusalem
This post presents a collection of quotes from rabbinic liturgy describing the significance of Jerusalem in Jewish tradition. Quotes from
20 Famous Quotes About Jerusalem
This post presents a selection of famous quotes about the power and role of Jerusalem from a wide range of