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Distortions in the Sand Recent events in the Middle East have been distorted by the media and blame lies with everyone involved. death • violence • terrorism • stoning • arafat
The Demise of Knights Templar in Holy Land The Knights Templar emerged from the first Crusader army in order to protect Christian pilgrims moving from the Mediterranean ports to the holy city of Jerusalem. knights templar • crusaders • temple mount • baybars • eighth crusade
The Temple Mount Site of Solomon's First Temple The Temple Mount or Al-Haram al-Sharif, perched, high above the narrow streets of East Jerusalem is the holiest and most disputed religious site in the Israeli capital. temple mount jerusalem • al haram al sharif • herod's temple • solomon's temple • western wall
What did the Knights Templar do on Temple Mount In response to a call to arms by Pope Urban II at the Council of Clermont, Christian armies of the First Crusade took Jerusalem in 1099. knights templar jerusalem • crusaders • temple mount • dome of the rock • al aqsa mosque
Whose Temple Mount? There are generally accepted historical and archaeological facts about a Jerusalem location which has become the subject of another dangerous Arab-Israeli dispute. temple mount • noble sanctuary • holy places • wailing wall • arab-israeli disputes
Jews Preparing to Rebuild Temple Piece by piece "The Temple Mount Faithful" is preparing to build the third temple in Jerusalem. temple mount • rebuilding the temple of jerusalem • temple mount faithful • the third temple • temple institute in jerusalem
First Jewish Revolt Against the Romans 66-70 CE The terrible final events of the first Jewish Revolt against the Romans in 70 C.E. remain a defining moment in Jewish history. jewish timeline • jew • "jewish history" • jewish persecution • temple mount
Suleiman's Damascus Gate in Jerusalem's Old City The 16th century Damascus Gate, one of a number of entry points allowing passageway through Jerusalem's ancient walls, is the largest and most ornate of the Old City gate damascus gate jerusalem • aelia capitolina • emperor hadrian • temple mount • jerusalem walls
Who is Ariel Sharon Ariel Sharon is the leading Likud contender to Prime Minister Barak who has called for new elections. elections • sharon • ariel • barak • labor
The Wealth of the Knights Templar The owners of the most important relics of Christianity and leading financiers. The Knights Templar were the most powerful Order of the medieval era. knights templar • warrior monks • crusades • relics of medieval era • 14th century france
The Templars Genealogy Quest If it wasn't gold and silver the Templars were searching for, what was it? templars • genealogy • solomon's temple • quest • nine templars
Who's to Blame? Who's to blame for the violence in the Middle East? Who cares what the answer is if noone seeks to actually deal with the underlying conflict in any meaningful way. rhetoric • israel • politics • revenge • arafat
TALES..."MY BLOWING DUST" POLITICAL COMMENTARY Editor's open letter to U.S. President George W. Bush in regard to the aftermath of the World Trade Center and Pentagon bombings texas culture • texas politics • u.s. politics • george w. bush • political commentary
Cult of Violence The cult of violence perpetuates the violence between the Palestinians and Israelis. Neither side is willing, or capable, of breaking the cycle and moving towards a peaceful resolution. cult • violence • death • terrorism • palestinians
A Brief Look at the Knights Templar Through the years, many mysteries have surrounded the Knights Templar. What started out as a promising endeavor, came to a sad end much sooner then expected. the knights templar beginnings • the battles of the crusades • the end is near • roman catholic church • controversy and secrecy revealed
Knights Templar The Knights Templar were originally a small group of warriors sworn to defend pilgrims and the Holy places of Christendom in the Holy Land. knights templar • knightly equipment • templar tactics • crusades • templar training
Movie Review--Bill Maher's Religulous Bill Maher's documentary Religulous sets out to ask true believers of all faiths--Christianity, Judaism and Islam--what all the fuss is about. bill maher religulous • atheism christianity judaism islam • lionsgate films • politically incorrect • controversial religious films
Ottoman Rule in 16th Century Jerusalem When Ottoman Sultan, Selim I appeared, with an army, at the gates of Jerusalem in 1517 he was welcomed by the Ulama who peacefully presented him with the keys to the city ottoman empire • sultan suleiman the magnificent • dome of the rock • mamluk • ottoman rule in jerusalem
The Gates of Jerusalem Since Nehemiah's reconstruction of Jerusalem's city walls, the gates to this holy place have had a special significance for Jerusalem's citizens and its many visitors. dung gate jerusalem • jaffa gate jerusalem • herods gate jerusalem • damascus gate jerusalem • new gate
Visiting Jerusalem's Four Quarters Before visting Jerusalem without the help of a tour group, be sure you're familiar with the Old City's four different quarters. jerusalem • jerusalem quarters • visiting jerusalem • jerusalem divided into quarters • safety tips for touring jerusalem
Blood and Water: The Elusive Search for Peace in the Middle East Two Israeli soldiers take a wrong turn and pay with their lives for it. A gunshot to the head kills a Palestinian child. Innocent worshipers lay dead or injured after clashes at the Temple Mount. The conflict in the Middle East involves more than politics and religion. It also involves the struggle for natural resources such as water rights. middle east conflicts • israel/palestine water rights • middle east politics • israel/palestine peace process
Chanukah - A Fight for Religious Freedom The non-biblical story of the Festival of Lights uses many symbols that link history to religious practice. Jews seeking to combat Christmas influences are adding more. re-dedication of the second temple • judith and holofernes • hannah daughter of mattityahu the hasmonean • women's stories of chanukah • judah maccabee
Prince of Persia 2008 Review It's been three years since the last Prince of Persia, and Ubisoft has decided it's time for a next generation entry in the series. But have they made too many changes? prince of persia 2008 review • the new prince of persia • is the new prince of persia too easy • ahriman and corruption • elika in the prince of persia
The Six Day War – The Fallout The 1967 Six Day War was a watershed event in modern Middle East political history. Israeli forces seized the Sinai Peninsula from Egypt, the West Bank (including Jerusalem) from Jordan, and the Golan Heights from Syria. Perhaps more important than the military victory is the effect on the Israelis as a people, the change from underdog to occupying power. middle east • six day war • israel • syria • egypt
Americans: media brainwashed, or victims of post-traumatic stress disorder? Is the media complicit in fostering Post Traumatic Stress Disorder on the American people? media issues • media • propaganda • post traumatic stress disorder • ptsd
Lutherans and Hanukkah What is Hanukkah? And why would Lutherans want to know about this festival? Did Jesus ever celebrate Hanukkah? hanukkah • dreidel • menorrah • light • dedication |
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