Have the President’s Office Spokespeople mislead us with their denials?? Have we been Stonewalled?
Here’s the latest in a series of blog postings regarding Mt. Zion, President Katsav and the Vatican
Vatican Offers Swap Deal to Regain Site of Last Supper, dated 13 November, 2005
Excerpt:
“The proposals, contained in a draft agreement between the Israeli Government and the Vatican, come on the eve of a state visit to the Vatican next month by President Katzav. Final details on a long-delayed accord on the status of Roman Catholic properties in the Holy Land are expected to be agreed during the visit …”
Commentary:
While he visits the papal property of the pope, I think it’s time that we picked up our psalms and pray that our President doesn’t pick up his parker pen.
And ponder…why is it that when Israel wants to improve relations with an international party, it’s always contingent on our relinquishing property in Eretz Yisrael?
1/ Jerusalem City Councilwoman Mina Fenton has provided additional letters and documents regarding protection of the sanctity of Jerusalem. These documents can be viewed here.
2/ Jewish Activities Planned for Mt. Zion — Click Here.
Summary:
Rabbi Mordechai Goldstein of the Diaspora Yeshiva was interviewed by Israel National News and outlined a number of steps being taken to protect Jewish ownership and possession of the Holy Place, including to “… increase tourism at the site, “…establish a Visitors Center on Mt. Zion …” ,”renovate the Yeshiva’s exterior…”, “hold a monthly Rosh Chodesh gathering and more.”
These steps will “… hopefully ensure, even if a new government arises and even if the Catholic Church comes back with more demands, that all the different bodies here – such as the Greek Orthodox and others – know their exact places and their rights.”
3/ To further promote Jewish interest in the area, VOICES Magazine is planning a “King David” tour of Mt. Zion and environs for this Sunday. Beginning at the Haas Promenade at 9 AM, the tour will include visits to the City of David, Mt. of Olives, the new Maaleh HaZeitim neighborhood, and King David’s burial site on Mt. Zion. The cost: 50 shekels. For more information, send email to izzy@actcom.co.il.
4/ The Fundamental Agreement Between the Holy See and the State of Israel (December 30, 1993) is a MUST-READ, particularly Article 10 which “reaffirms the right of the Catholic Church to property.”