A blog of Louisville Seminary students and friends traveling to Israel and Palestine in January, 20

A blog of Louisville Seminary students and friends traveling to Israel and Palestine in January, 20

Friday, January 24, 2014

Dome of the Rock

The magnificent Dome of the Rock on the Temple Mount in Jerusalem.
 

Mosaic panel


We were given rare access to the interior.







Palm trees are plentiful. They remind worshippers of how God cared for Mary by providing her dates after the birth of Jesus.

The interior of the dome. Cleaning and restoration are an endless process.

Our host, Mustafa Abu Sway.


A kind and generous caretaker goes out of his way to make our visit memorable.

Professor Tyler Mayfield

Mark listens intently as Christian, Muslim, and Jewish issues are discussed.

Meanwhile, a Muslim man and Israeli police officer walk across the plaza.


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