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01 Introduction to the Video Series – A Journey Through the Holy Land
In this episode, you’ll get an introduction to our unique video series that takes you on a guided tour through the Holy Land. Our guide presents the purpose of the journey and gives an overview of the places we will visit. We reflect on the historical and spiritual heritage of the region and invite you to join us on an experience that unites history, faith, and culture. A perfect start to an inspiring journey.
Duration: 07:12
02 Modern Israel – Society, Life, and Future
In this episode, we gain insight into today’s Israel – a dynamic and multifaceted society where history and the present meet. Our guide explains how modern Israel functions, from technology and innovation to culture, education, religion, and everyday life. We explore how people of different backgrounds live together in a complex reality and gain a deeper understanding of contemporary Israel beyond the headlines.
Duration: 31:50
03 Caesarea
In this episode, you’ll visit Caesarea, one of the most significant cities in ancient Israel during Roman times. Here, history and biblical stories meet as we explore the site where the Apostle Peter preached to the Roman officer Cornelius – a pivotal moment when the gospel was first proclaimed to non-Jews. We visit the theater, the harbor, and the ruins that testify to King Herod the Great’s architectural ambitions and the city’s central role in the New Testament.
Duration: 17:40
04 Muhraqa – The Prophet Elijah’s Victory on Mount Carmel
In this episode, we visit Muhraqa on Mount Carmel – the site of the dramatic confrontation between the prophet Elijah and the 450 prophets of Baal, as described in the First Book of Kings. With our guide, we delve into the story of how Elijah stood alone for the faith in Israel’s God and how fire from heaven became a sign of God’s presence. We also enjoy the magnificent view of Haifa and its surroundings while learning about the city’s historical and religious significance.
Duration: 17:21
05 Nazareth – The Hometown of Jesus
In this episode, we visit Nazareth, the town where Jesus grew up. Our guide explains the city’s significance in the Gospel stories, and we explore both historical sites and modern elements. We visit important landmarks such as the Basilica of the Annunciation and gain insight into what life may have been like in Nazareth during Jesus’ time. An episode that brings together history, faith, and archaeology in a vivid way.
Duration: 10:28
06 Galilee
The episode on Galilee takes you on an inspiring journey through some of the most significant places in Jesus’ life and ministry. We visit the Mount of Beatitudes, where Jesus delivered the Sermon on the Mount, continue to Capernaum – his hometown, and conclude at Caesarea Philippi, where Peter confessed Jesus as the Messiah. Through the guide’s stories, we gain a deeper understanding of the biblical significance of these sites and their connection to history and faith.
Duration: 27:06
07 Western Jerusalem
In the episode on Western Jerusalem, we gain a fascinating insight into the modern heart of Israel. We visit the Menorah outside the Knesset – a symbol of the Jewish people and the Israeli state – and continue to the world-famous Israel Museum, home to invaluable biblical and archaeological treasures. At the bustling Mahane Yehuda market, we experience the scents, flavors, and atmosphere of everyday life in Jerusalem, and on Mount Herzl, we honor Israel’s fallen heroes.
Duration: 28:25
08 Biblical Jerusalem
In this comprehensive episode on Biblical Jerusalem, we are guided through the city’s most sacred and historically significant sites. We begin on the Mount of Olives with breathtaking views of the Old City and visit the Chapel of the Ascension and the Church of Eleona – both connected to Jesus’ final days. At the Church of Gethsemane, we reflect on the place of prayer and suffering. We continue to Mount Zion, where we visit the Upper Room, the site of the Last Supper, and King David’s Tomb. In the Old City, we walk along the ancient Cardo street, stop at the Western Wall – Judaism’s holiest site – and conclude at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and Bethesda, where biblical miracles took place. A rich and moving episode that brings together faith, history, and archaeology in the heart of Jerusalem.
Duration: 43:40
09 Masada
In this episode on Masada, our guide takes us to the dramatic fortress by the Dead Sea, where one of history’s most gripping chapters unfolded. We follow the legendary Snake Path to the top and explore King Herod’s impressive palace, cisterns, bathhouse, and synagogue from the Second Temple period. Through vivid storytelling, the tragic story of the Jewish Zealots who made their final stand against the Roman Empire in 73 CE is brought to life. The episode provides a powerful insight into courage, faith, and the longing for freedom – leaving no one untouched.
Duration: 43:36
10 The Jordan River – Where Jesus Was Baptized
In this short but meaningful episode, we visit the Jordan River at Qasr al-Yahud, the site traditionally believed to be where Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist. We gain a peaceful insight into the river’s historical and spiritual significance, surrounded by simple nature and profound symbolism – a holy place where heaven is said to have opened.
Duration: 01:50
11 Yad Vashem
In this moving episode, we visit Yad Vashem – Israel’s official memorial to the victims of the Holocaust. Through a guided tour and reflection, we gain insight into the tragedy of the Jewish people during World War II, but also into the hope, survival, and memory that endures. A powerful and touching visit that stays with you long after.
Duration: 18:17
12 The Garden Tomb in Jerusalem
In this episode, we visit the peaceful Garden Tomb in Jerusalem – a site considered by many to be the location of Jesus’ tomb and resurrection. With its tranquility and symbolism, the place invites contemplation and spiritual reflection. We also make a brief visit to the historic American Colony, a distinguished hotel with roots in a 19th-century Christian community that has played a unique role in Jerusalem’s history.
Duration: 11:18
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