Thursday, November 21, 2024

We're In Israel - The Israel Museum

We are in Israel!! We've had a busy few days and have another week to go! On our first full day, we went to the Israel Museum to enjoy some culture and not over do it too much as the jet lag kicked in. 

The Israel Museum is famous for being the leading art and archaeology museum here in Israel. It has an impressive collection of historical Judaica, art, and features modern works too. The campus is also home to the Shrine of the Book, where the Dead Sea Scrolls are housed, but sadly they have been removed to a secure location while the war continues so we didn't see them. 
Another well known exhibit if the scale model of ancient Jerusalem from the Temple Period. You can walk around the whole city, as it stood thousands of years ago!
The collection was really impressive. I really enjoyed all the ancient Judaica and the replicas of synagogues from around the world that were brought to the museum to be preserved. 

Much more to come from Israel!!

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10 comments:

  1. In Israel, wow!!
    My son in law was there a few years ago & had an amazing time. We followed along via WhatsApp
    Shalom Jennifer

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  2. I loved going to the Israel Museum when I was there for the semester. We thought about going this past time but decided on the Museum of the Jewish People instead.

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  3. I can't believe you got to go to Israel. My church planned to go to Israel right before the war broke out and it's been on hold ever since.

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  4. What a lovely memory making trip! I love all the art, take care and enjoy every step!

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  5. So pleased you are having a good time. Can't wait to meet you!

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  6. I hope you have a fabulous time! It looks like you are off to a great start.

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  7. Enjoy your Israel trip. Tamar, and thank you for hosting.
    My entries this week are 18+19
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  8. Love these photos! I don't think I knew about the scale model! That is so fascinating. Can't wait to see more! - Bekah

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