THE HOLY CITY: IS EGYPT RESPONSIBLE?
Holy to Jews, Christians, and Muslims alike, the alluring city of Jerusalem has withstood the adversities of myriad wars and conflicts only to emerge today as a thriving center rich in history, religion and culture. Believed to be the link between the physical world and that of faith and ideas, this Holy City has been both celebrated and desecrated many times over. Its ancient name, Salem (after the pagan deity of the city) is connected with the words “Shalom” in Hebrew and Salaam in Arabic. The rich history of Jerusalem is a magnificent tapestry of cultures woven together in the most delicate way. Common throughout is the continuous thread of belief in one God and the reverence of Jerusalem as “the place where heaven and earth meet.” With this in mind, it is no wonder Jerusalem is considered the ultimate pilgrimage for followers of these three monotheistic faiths. Answer for yourself: But is Egypt responsible for this city having a “holy status” and not the Jews? When one begin such a
