MennoLetter from Jerusalem

January 2005

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In this issue:

New Signs in the 12 Days of Christmas

The signs were hanging on the concrete slabs at the checkpoint: “A call to all people of faith: Visit the Holy Land now.”
BY Glenn Edward Witmer - Page 1

Hamas Gains in Local Elections

With the new elections next week, everyone is wondering what the impact will be. - Page 2

“I’ll Bring Peace to Israel”—Bush

“Peace is not something that is arrived at through words, but through deeds.” - Page 2

“The Middle East’s Second Chance: Action Now Can Revive the Peace Effort.”

BY US Senator Joseph R. Biden, Jr. - Page 3

“Israel Not a Democracy because Non-Jews Vote.”

“Israelis should refuse peace because it denies the dream of establishing greater Israel…” - Page 4

Syrians Will Enjoy Israeli Apples

“A new diplomatic approach should be tried...” - Page 5

200,000 Israelis Have Left Since 1990

About 40,000 Russians went West, with Canada their favorite destination.
BY Amiram Barkat - Page 5

Christians About 2.1% of Israel’s Population

“In terms of their statistical profile, Christians resemble Jews more than Muslims.”
BY Moti Bassok - Page 5

Newly Formed Sanhedrin Ascends Temple Mount

The great court used to convene in one of the Temple’s chambers in Jerusalem. - Page 6

Israeli Museum: Solomon’s Temple Relic a Fake

“Belonging to the Temple of the Lord (Yahweh), holy to the priests.” - Page 7

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