Temple Mount

Temple Mount Closed Off to Jews

Police received intelligence that Muslims planned violence against Jews at the site.

Arabs Riot for Third Day on Temple Mount

For the third morning in a row, Arabs rioted on the Temple Mount, attempting to Jews who sought to visit the holiest site in Judaism

3 More Jews Arrested on Temple Mount

Three Jewish men were arrested on the Temple Mount on Wednesday, and two on Tuesday, all on intermediate days of the Sukkot holiday.

Police Ignore Arab Death Threats at Jews on Temple Mount

Police ignored threats by Arabs to butcher Jews ascending the Temple Mount but arrested an Arab for trying to stab a police officer.

First Temple Era Reservoir Discovered in Old City

A large reservoir discovered under the Old City was used by Temple pilgrims, dating back to the First Temple era, archaeologists said

Report: Trash on Temple Mount from Ramadan Celebration

Those who ascended to the Temple Mount this week reported a large amount of garbage following Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr.

'The Government Doesn't Care About the Temple Mount'

The government of Israel does not care about the Temple Mount, attorney Yisrael Caspi alleged Tuesday.

Abbas Denies Jewish Temple and Christian Theology

Abbas refers to the “alleged” Jewish Temple, but if not Jewish, how did Jesus chase the money changers?

Photo Essay: 'Historic' Youth Rally for Temple Mount Access

A rally was organized by the Bnei Akiva youth group to support equal rights on the Temple Mount and to decry desecration on the site.

Terrorists Warn Israel: Harming Al-Aqsa Will Open Gates of Hell

The Popular Resistance Committees terrorist organization threatens Israel against harming the Al-Aqsa mosque.

The Cult of Death vs. the Celebration of Life

The Torah exhorts us to 'see' the difference between a life of blessing or conversely, that of curse. The choice, as usual, is ours.

Call for Jewish Section on Mount Gains Momentum

Temple groups "deeply worried" by Ramadan closure, join in call for arrangement like the one at Cave of Patriarchs.

Has Israel Lost the Temple Mount Race?

Op-ed:Olympic races don't mean a thing, but the race for the control the Temple Mount is one that we must win.

Police Nix ‘The Temple Mount is In Our Hands’

Police bar signs with 1967 commander’s famous cry, ‘The Temple Mount is in our hands!’

Proposal: Jews, Muslims to Split Temple Mount Prayer

MK proposes setting aside time for Jews to pray on Temple Mount, allowing religious freedom without security risk.

U.S. Slams Israel Over Temple Mount Prayer Policies

A U.S. report on religious freedom slams Israel for preventing Jews from praying on the Temple Mount

If this is a Jew on the Temple Mount

Rabbi Banned from Temple Mount over Arutz Sheva Interview

Rav Elboim tells story in Knesset conference initiated by MK Michael Ben Ari on Jewish prayer on Temple Mount.

Remains of Jews Massacred on Temple Mount Found?

Journalist shows video of mass grave just outside eastern wall of Temple Mount.

Romney’s Mormon Links to Temple Mount Date Back 170 Years

Romney’s love for Jerusalem is part of his Mormon faith’s 170-year-old ties to Israel and its dictate to “rebuild the city and the Temple.”

Rabbi Gold Strengthens Participants of Tisha B'Av March

Educator and author Rabbi Shalom Gold encourages participants in Tisha B'Av march to fight for the Temple Mount.

Orlev: More Honesty about Temple Mount Destruction

The public should be told more about the demolition of Jewish artifacts on the Temple Mount, MK Orlev says.

Hamas TV Issues Video Response to Temple Video

Hamas TV and another anti-Israel group make their own versions of the successful Temple Institute video.

Jews Read Lamentations Outside Temple Mount in Defiance of Ban

A crowd scheduled to ascend the Temple Mount held a reading of the Book of Lamentations, Outside the entrance to the Temple Mount.

MK Aryeh Eldad: Cut Up and Move Mosque, When Temple is Rebuilt

MK Professor Aryeh Eldad is proposing Israel “cut up and move” the Al Aqsa mosque, like the Ulpana houses, 'when the Temple is built.'

Temple Mount Closed to Jews on Tisha B'Av

The Temple Mount was closed to visits by Jews on Sunday, to when the Jewish fast of Tisha B'Av was postponed.

Arab League: Don’t Touch Muslim Temple Mount

As Jews fast and mourn the Temple, Muslim Brotherhood members in Egypt will be protesting about their “holiest site” on Temple Mount.

Temple Institute Responds: Video is Fresh Perspective

A wordless video about the Third Temple has turned the Arab world upside down, prompting the Temple Institute to clarify the film.

Egypt's President Insulted Over Video: 'The Children are Ready'

Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi is apparently upset about a Jewish video in which two children build the Third Temple out of sand.

Temple Institute Tisha B'Av Video

Two children build a sand castle. But there's more to this 90-second video then just sand. After 5 days it has hit over 110,000 views.

Al-Aqsa Sheikh: Jerusalem will be Muslim Forever

A preacher at the Al-Aqsa Mosque denounces A-G's statement that Israeli law must be applied to the complex.

PA Slams A-G for Saying Israeli Law Applies on Temple Mount

Islamic official says that statement that Israeli law must be applied to Al-Aqsa Mosque is a “violation against Muslims and Palestinians.”

Romney to Break Fast of Temple Mount Mourning with Netanyahu

Romney’s visit to Israel on the fast day mourning the destruction of the Holy Temples shows his insight on Israel, says campaign adviser.

‘Delayed’ Fast Day Begins ‘Three Weeks of Mourning’

The Fast of the 17th of Tammuz Sunday marks the start of three weeks of mourning of the siege and destruction of the Holy Temples.

Appeal to Court to Stop Temple Mount Desecration

Muslims have built a scaffold on the Foundation Stone, the holiest place on the Temple Mount. A petition to halt work has been filed.

‘Waqf Trying to Drive Jews from Temple Mount’

Waqf officials told a Jew to take off his kippah in effort to make Jews uncomfortable on the Temple Mount, sources say.

Ishmael and the Temple Mount

MK: End Muslim Occupation on Temple Mount

MK Eldad calls to “end the occupation” as rabbi is barred from the Temple Mount.

Police: File Complaint If Harassed at Temple Mount

Israel Police say that Jews should not accept harassment by Arabs at the Temple Mount, and should file a complaint if it occurs.

Jewish Visitor to Temple Mount Told to Remove Kippah

"I have experienced anti-Semitism in England, but I never expected it at Judaism's holiest site," the visitor stated.

Charge: Islamic Wakf Sets Police Agenda on Temple Mount

Israeli police are taking orders from the Islamic Wakf when it comes to Judaism’s holiest site, worshiper charges.

Visiting Temple Mount? Don't Move

Report of new police instructions for non-Muslims: Don't close your eyes, rock back and forth or read a note.

Activists Arrested for Bowing on Temple Mount

Despite a police ban on Jewish prayer on the Temple Mount, MK Michael Ben Ari and two other men bowed in prayer on the site.

Court Appeal on Banning Jews from Temple Mount Tisha B’Av March

The Women in Green have asked the High Court to cancel a police ban on Jews praying in a Tisha B’Av march near the Temple Mount.

Police Block March to Temple Mount

Jerusalem police have ruled that activists cannot hold a march to the Temple Mount this Sunday.

A 14th Century Haggadah Meets 21st Century Technology

A renowned 14th-century Haggadah is now available to browse on the iPad, iPhone and iPod touch.

Supreme Court Rejects Mughrabi Bridge Petition

The Supreme Court rejected a petition by the Temple Mount Faithful demanding permission to build a new bridge to the Temple Mount

Counting the Omer in the Digital Age

Technology has made counting the Omer, the period of forty-nine days between Passover and Shavuot, easy, convenient and enjoyable.

No More Big Brother on Temple Mount

Legal rights group stops police registration of Jews only at Temple Mount.

Passover's Seventh Day in Jerusalem: Jewish Healing Under Glass

A mosaic of Jewish patients and families spent Passover's seventh day praying under the light of Chagall windows at Hadassah Hospital.

MK Yuli Edelstein's Passover Greetings

Anti-Semites of all kinds are still present in the world; the Jewish people must remain united in order to secure national future.

ALEH Marches Forward in Jerusalem for Passover

In a testimony to Israeli caring, 300 marchers from the ALEH organization rallied across the Jerusalem Chords Bridge to support the cause.

Passover Activities for Families in Israel - Many are Free!

Israeli families are combing the country for free activities during this Chol HaMoed. There is so much to do!

New Version of 'Four Questions' Celebrates... Obama

The National Jewish Democratic Council has published a new version of the 'Four Questions,' praising achievements of Obama.

Israel's Military Dogs Get Kosher Food for Passover

Even the dogs in Israel's army are being fed with “kosher for Passover” food this week.

CBS's Ben Stein Warns of Second Holocaust

CBS’s Ben Stein warns that the Jewish people must heed the lessons of history in order to prevent another Holocaust from befalling it.

Video: Thousands Celebrate Passover in Hevron

Thousands descended on the holy city of Hevron to pray at the Cave of the Patriarchs and celebrate Israel's 4000 year ties with a concert!

Kiev: Jewish Man Brutally Beaten After Second Seder

A gang of anti-Semites descended on a Jewish man in Kiev as he walked home from the second Seder and beat him unconscious.

Jews Celebrate Passover on Mount Sinai

A group of Jews decided to pack their holiday onto camels and hump it to the top of Jabel Musa for Passover.

A Coke-less Passover in California

Kosher for Passover Coca-Cola has been officially barred from California due to the state’s laws on toxic chemicals.