Temple Mount

Second Temple Mount Rock Attack

Just two days after Israel Police stormed the Temple Mount to stop rocks from being thrown down on Jewish worshipers, a second attack has occurred.

Women’s Group Prays on Temple Mount

Eighteen women visited Temple Mount last week, heard lesson on women’s role in Redemption and prayed.

Police Storm Temple Mount After Stones Thrown

Muslim youths hurl stones at Rambam Gate adjacent to Western Wall on Friday; officers disperse rioters, arrest three.

John Bolton: US Can Stop PA Initiative by Halting Funds for UN

A US law to cut funds for the United Nations if it recognizes the Palestinian Authority as a state would stop the plan in its tracks, says Bolton.

First Time: Temple Mount Priestly Blessing on Jerusalem Day

Hundreds of religious Jews visit Temple Mount, happily commemorating 44th anniversary of first-ever entry of Israeli soldiers onto Temple Mount.

Bibi: UN Statehood for PA is Like Declaring the World is Flat

If the UN declares the PA to be a state, it might as well decide the world is flat, Netanyahu says. Regardless, US can block the move with veto.

Abbas and Netanyahu Agree: War of 1948 Has not Ended

Netanyahu and Abbas agree: The “conflict” between Arabs and the Jewish state was not settled in the 1948 war. Abbas’ op-ed rewrites history.

Glenn Beck Plans ‘Restoring Courage’ Rally in Israel

Fox News talk show host Glenn Beck is planning a huge “Restoring Courage” rally in August in Israel, where he visited this month.

Abbas’ Op-Ed Hammers Last Nails in Oslo Accords

Abbas wrote in the New York Times the UN must declare it a state based on its demands, with no negotiations except for the issue of foreign Arabs.

PA Firm Issues 5-Year Corporate Bonds

The Palestinian Authority has issued its first set of five-year corporate bonds. They were purchased by Jordanian and PA banks.

Video: Eyewitness Accounts of 1947 UN Vote for Israel

Israel worked to the last minute to win UN recognition in 1947. One delegate who promised to vote for Israel was pulled out of the men’s roo

Yesha Leaders Write UN, ‘Bible Records Israel as Jewish Land’

A letter to Ban Ki-moon from Yesha leaders explains that the Bible, the Quran and international accords prove Israel is the Land of the Jews.

Syria, Candidate for UN Rights Council, Cuts Off Water Supplies

Syria, a candidate for the UN Human Rights Council, cuts off water and electricity to the city of Dara'a, near Jordan. Army seals border.

UN Set to Condemn Syria for Human RIghts Abuses

The United Nations Security Council plans to discuss human rights abuses by the Syrian government against protesters in the country's cities.

Video Passover Song: ‘We Were Slaves; We Will Never Go Back’

A vocal group of young boys from the Beit Shemesh area, near Jerusalem, sing out for freedom of Jews, for the Torah and for Israel.

The Four Sons, the Leftist Elite, and the PA State

Rabbi Yaakov Ariel discusses the connection between the Four Sons of the Haggadah and the PA state.

Holiday Joy and Prayers in Jerusalem

Many thousands of Jews are festively gathered at the Western Wall plaza this morning for the traditional holiday Priestly Blessing.

Obama, the Interpreter of the Message of Passover

Passover recalls the bondage and suffering of Jews in Egypt and the miracle of the Exodus, but Obama says its message is seen in Muslim uprisings.

Passover Laws and Customs

Passover (Pesach) will take place this year between sunset on Monday 18 April, and sunset on Monday 25 April.

Arab Announces in the Market: Jews! Sell me Your Chametz!

A new video clip by Chavruta shows an “Arab” in the marketplace, humorously reminding passersby that he is willing to buy any and all chametz.

Securing the State of Israel for Passover

Israel's defense establishment began its traditional measures Sunday to secure the state for the Passover holiday.

Ever See a Kosher Helicopter?

Sights and sounds of Pesach preparations in Israel, the only country on earth with kosher aircraft.

'On Passover, Our Son Will be Missing'

As families gather for Passover, many will struggle with the absence of loved ones. Chagit Rhein speaks about the loss of her son Benaya.

New at Kotel for Pesach: Mobility Scooter

Old City to be closed off to private vehicles during Passover. Birkat Kohanim scheduled for Thursday, 21.4.

Temple Mount Activism in Honor of Passover

Passover and the Temple Mount: Paschal sacrifice nixed, judge turns down police request to ban activist, and Zionist rabbis are termed "Satmar."

Buyer of IDF Chametz is a No-Show

Traditional purchaser doesn't show up at the legal ceremony to ensure that Jews don't violate Biblical ban on owning leaven on Passover.

National Religious Students Help the Needy

Mifalot's teenager volunteers are hard at work preparing food baskets to deliver to needy families for Passover.

Kotel Gets Cleaned for Passover, All Notes Taken Out

As the holiday of Passover approaches, the Kotel is also being prepared and the notes are being removed from between its stones.

Tourist Attraction: Bake Your Own Matza

Looking for something different to do in Israel for Passover? Join the Matza-Baking Extravaganza in Bet El on Sunday afternoon, April 17.

Kosher for Passover Medicines

As is customary around this time of year, lists of Kosher for Passover medicines have been publicized.

Pre-Passover Miracle Prices: Chickens for 13 Cents a Pound

Pre-Passover shoppers will be able to buy chickens and matzoh for one shekel a kilogram – 13 cents a pound – as a supermarket chain cuts prices.

MKs to Discuss Anti-Jewish Racism on the Temple Mount

The Knesset's Internal Affairs Committee will hear a “Jewish Leadership” faction report on anti-Jewish discrimination on the Temple Mount.

Passover Packages Being Readied for Social Workers Strike End

When the social worker strike ends, charity organizations will get the lists of families who require food packages for Passover. They are prepared.

First Time? UFO 'Sighted' Over Temple Mount

At least 3 simultaneous videos appear to show a UFO hovering directly over the Temple Mount late this past Thursday night. Skepticism is hig

Huge Jordanian Generators Sighted on Temple Mount

Although the reason for bringing them is unclear, Jewish activists suspect the electricity generators are a sign that Muslims plan mayhem.

Video: Soccer and Foul Language on the Temple Mount

Video clip shows Arabs playing soccer on Temple Mount and using foul words against those who come to film them in action.

PA Soccer Team Kicks Off for Pakistan

The Palestinian Authority, which teaches and encourages terrorism, sends its soccer team to help revive the sport in terrorist-stricken Pakistan.

Orlev: Publish Comptroller’s Report on Waqf

MK Zevulun Orlev calls to make public the contents of the State Comptroller’s report on the destruction of the Temple Mount by the Waqf.

Report Ready on Israeli Sovereignty on the Temple Mount

Comptroller prepares Temple Mount report dealing with Israeli sovereignty and Waqf excavations there. Only a small portion will be made public.

US Withholds Support for PA National Status

Behind the scenes, the US continues to thwart symbolic efforts to gain national status for the Palestinian Authority.

Prayers for Rain on Temple Mount and all over Israel

Students from Kiryat Arba High School Yeshiva prayed for rain while Chief Rabbi Amar told Israelis to do good deeds so as to merit rain.

Suit Rejected; Destruction of Temple-Era Finds to Continue

The High Court has rejected a private claim against the Islamic Wakf over the destruction of Temple-period Jewish artifacts.

Unsupported Mugrabi Gate Endangers Women’s’ Area at Western Wall

Experts warn of imminent catastrophe as only bridge for Jews to reach Temple Mount is in danger of collapsing, yet Israeli government ignores it.

UN Message on Negotiations was a Veiled Warning to PA

A diplomatic UN warning, interpreted by media as aimed at Israel, also applies to the PA: “There is no alternative to a negotiated settlement.”

Hareidi Religious Rabbis Flock to Temple Mount

The hareidi religious community has been visiting the Temple Mount in larger numbers than ever, says Temple Mount activist Yehuda Glick.

Jew Arrested on Temple Mount for Daring to Seem to be Praying

Jew arrested after Arab inspector suspected he was praying on Temple Mount.

RECAP: 2nd Day Yom Tov News: Israel's UN Absence Due to Sukkot

Israel faces speculation over its absence from the UN, explains that delegates were not present due to Sukkot holiday.

Iran, Lebanon Walk Out on Peres Friendship Speech

President Peres tells UN that there's “enough room for friendship in the Middle East” but Iran, Lebanon walk out.

Heart-Wrenching Holiday Pilgrimage to the Temple Mount

The family of Yitzchak and Talia Imas made their traditional pre-holiday pilgrimage to the Temple Mount this week, heart-wrenching without parents.

Muslims Hang Pictures of Hamas Leader at Temple Mount

Huge posters of Muslim anti-Israel leader Raad Salah and Hamas politician Mohammed Abu Tir are displayed on the Temple Mount. Status quo broken.

Arabs Angered by Western Wall Plaza Elevator

Arabs are opposing construction of an elevator to allow disabled Jews to reach the Western Wall.

Giant Brazilian Temple Replica Panned as 'Mockery'

Temple Institute in Jerusalem says controversial Brazilian Pentecostal church's mammoth $200 million Holy Temple replica is “self-aggrandizement.”

"Rivers of Babylon" Ban Tops Chart of PA's Israel Denial

ZOA issues list of recent examples of Palestinian de-legitimization of Israel, topped by the PA demand not to sound the song “Rivers of Babylon.”

Waqf Bulldozers on Temple Mount May Be Destroying Jewish History

Jewish residents report that Waqf works at the Dome of the Rock have restarted 'under cover', likely destroying Jewish artifacts.

Shalev: Lebanon Ships Will Not Be Allowed to Enter Gaza

Israel’s UN Ambassador warns that Lebanese ships will not be allowed to reach their destination.

MK Danon on Temple Mount: Stop Anti-Jewish Discrimination

Likud MK says Muslims receive full freedom of worship while Jews can only enter from one gate, under severe restrictions (video featured).

Rabbi Richman on the 9th of Av: Stop Mourning, Start Yearning

Temple Institute's Rabbi Richman: 9th of Av is a day of yearning and prayer, but needs action as well.

Half the Public Wants to See Holy Temple Rebuilt

Half the Israeli public wants the Holy Temple to be rebuilt, according to a poll commissioned by the Knesset Television Channel.

Crowd of 10,000 Declare: The Temple Mount Belongs to Jews

After the Six-Day War in 1967, the IDF announced, ”The Temple Mount is in our hands.” Thousands reaffirmed the pledge Monday night.

Turkish Flag Flew over Temple Mount

The Turkish flag was raised over the Temple Mount last week following the flotilla clash. Police say the unprecedented flag raising was legal.