King David's Tomb

Diaspora Yeshiva presents:

Inspiration for today in light of the life of King David

Why was he successful, and how can even the weakest among us become like him?

Group holds Hanukkah celebration at King David's Tomb

Jewish heritage center holds Hanukkah celebration with songs, dancing, and a festive meal at King David's Tomb .

'Riot police knocked Torah scroll to the ground'

Witnesses claim police assaulted worshipers, knocked down Torah in order to help Christians enter King David's Tomb.

'King David' saves father and daughters from Arab terrorist

Man on his way to David's Tomb with two daughters was saved when terrorist turned and fled.

Watch: Christian Ritual 'Desecrates' King David's Tomb

Activist reveals how Greek Orthodox priests held Pentecost Mass prayers at tomb marker room in 'desecration of G-d's name.'

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Christians Planning Another Holiday at David's Tomb

After Catholic Pentecost now it's the turn of the Greek Orthodox; Jews vow not to lose theological battle and let holy site's status change.

Jewish Worshippers Keeping King David's Tomb Jewish

Activists say only the constant flood of prayer sessions, Torah learning at King David's compound keep the site from becoming Catholic.

Jerusalem Mayor Barkat's Arab Building Spree Exposed

Councilman Aryeh King says Barkat giving green light to legal and illegal Arab building, Church control over King David's Tomb.

'Quiet War' on David's Tomb 'as Dangerous as Arab War'

Rabbi tells Arutz Sheva that with end of Gaza op., Israel must return changing status quo at David's Tomb to front and center.

Exclusive: Status Quo Changed at David's Tomb

Knesset Interior Committee meeting exposes hidden deal with Christians - 'soon no Jews at David's Tomb.'

Watch: Taking Back King David's Tomb With Prayer

In response to regular Mass services in Tomb compound and even Tomb room, Jews block priests from further breach of status quo.

Jews Protest at King David's Tomb Over Christian Prayers

MK Moshe Feiglin leads prayer protest after reports surface that weekly Mass has begun at Jewish holy site.

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King David's Tomb Room 'Conquered' by the Church

Mass services held again at David's Tomb Compound, this time at the room with his 'grave marker'.

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David's Tomb Status Quo Breached by Catholic Mass Services

Footage shows David's Tomb Compound has been handed over to fixed Catholic worship, endangering Jewish prayer rights.

The Lynyrd Skynyrd Connection to Mount Zion & King David's Tomb

As preparations for Shavuot are underway, a rabbi reminisces about rock star Artimus Pyle's three years as a yeshiva student on Mt. Zion.

Nationalists to Face Off With Pope at David's Tomb?

Nationalist activists Ben-Ari and Marzel call for protest at Zion Gate to prevent 'precedent for Church control'.

Liberal Group Calls for Christian Prayer at King David's Tomb

Reform rabbi calls for fixed Christian prayer hours before Pope's visit - but says in return, Vatican should give back Temple treasures.

Police Arrest Protestors at King David's Tomb

Twenty-six men arrested for protesting rumored holy site transfer to the Vatican; Holy See to visit the site in just a few hours.

Court Rejects Police 'Restraining Order' to Stop Pope Protests

Despite IDF refusal to give order distancing Jewish minor from Jerusalem, police turn to court - and were rejected.

Arutz Sheva Exclusive

What's Really Going on at King David's Tomb?

Government officials keep denying rumors the site will be handed over to the Vatican - so why are so many people still concerned?

Pope Plans Gesture Apologizing to Theodor Herzl

Pope Francis reportedly to put wreath on grave to correct 110-year-old historic injustice by Vatican; PMO denies David's Tomb transfer.

Vatican 'Only' Wants Daily Prayers at King David's Tomb

Official says Vatican is not seeking ownership of the Cenacle, only wants daily two-hour prayers at the site.

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Security Service Tries to 'Silence' Rabbi Over King David's Tomb

Temple Institute head says he felt 'like this was Russia', after being warned not to talk about reported transfer of Tomb to Vatican.

Minister Denies David's Tomb Vatican Handover

Public Security Minister informs Knesset there will be no change in status quo at holy site.

Will the Vatican get a Seat in David’s Tomb?

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Report: Vatican Will Gain More Control Over King David's Tomb

Israel may not transfer the site to the Vatican outright, but it might allow more Christian control over the site. Is this a slippery slope?

Israel's Vatican Envoy Denies Deal Over King David's Tomb

Israeli ambassador to the Vatican the latest to join in the chorus of government voices denying a deal.

Liberman Denies King David's Tomb Transfer

Foreign Minister vehemently denies reports, amidst ongoing controversy over papal visit.

Protests Erupt Over King David's Tomb Deal

Hareidi community leads protest outside the Tomb against reported deal with the Vatican. Will it be given away - or is the deal a rumor?

Chief Rabbi Rejects Reports Israel Giving Away King David's Tomb

Sephardi Chief Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef says transfer request for King David's Tomb to Vatican 'never happened,' would not be considered at all.

Rabbi: Government Giving Away King David's Tomb is 'Anti-Israel'

Rabbi warns that rumored deal to hand King David's Tomb to the Vatican can have deep religious consequences.

'Handing Over David's Tomb Rewrites History in Israel'

Deputy Minister writes stern letter to PM, warning him that handing David's Tomb to the Vatican is a Palestinian Arab victory.

Alarm over Reported Deal with Vatican for David's Tomb

Official tells Arutz Sheva Israel has no intention of transferring control to the Catholic church, but new reports say otherwise.

Mount Zion Seder Aims to Assert Jewish Presence

A group of young volunteers plan a outdoor group seder on the slopes of the historic Mount Zion.

Arutz Sheva exclusive

King David's Tomb to Remain in Israel's Hands

The Prime Minister's Office calls reports that Mount Zion will be transferred to the Vatican 'fundamental lies.'

Report: Vatican Pushing for Control of Mount Zion

Christian leaders push Israel to hand over control of area housing King David’s tomb, ‘last supper’ hall.

Pope Coming To Israel As 'Che Guevera of Palestinians'

Reports from sources close to pope reveal his upcoming visit meant as PA propaganda, Elkin calls reports 'exaggerated.'

King David's Tomb Vandalized During Snowstorm

Newly donated religious books stamped with name of non-existent 'Academy - King David' by vandals during storm.

Elkin: Israel Not Negotiating with Vatican on King David's Tomb

Deputy Foreign Minister Zeev Elkin dismisses reports that Israel is planning to hand over control of the Tomb of King David to the Vatican.

Jewish Sites Require Jews to Assert Their Rights, Rabbi Says

Hundreds of people participated in an end of Sabbath melaveh malka event at the Tomb of King David, on Mt. Zion on Saturday night

Peres Greets Pope in Official Residence

Prior to his visit in Yad Vashem, the Pope called on Pres. Peres in Jerusalem. "Peace" was the theme of the speeches.

Foreign Ministry Denies Plan to Hand Over Mt. Zion Site

Foreign Ministry official denies plan to hand over control of Mt. Zion holy site to Catholic Church, two days before Israel-Vatican meeting.

Israel’s Control of Mt. Zion in Danger

After 10 years of talks with the Vatican concerns are rising that Israel will cede control of King David’s Tomb in Jerusalem.

Mt. Zion Handover: President Denies, Reports Persist

President Katzav's office categorically denies any intention to sign an agreement to give over parts of Mt. Zion to the Catholic Church.

Travesty in the Knesset