Jerusalem Day is a politically charged holiday. For Jewish people, finally returning to their beloved Jerusalem means they can proudly be Jewish in Jerusalem, sing in Hebrew, and live safely. From the year 70 AD until that moment in 1967, Jews regained Jerusalem, and Jerusalem once again had Jews.
"Psalms 126:1-6
When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion, we were like those who dream. Our mouths were filled with laughter, our tongues with songs of joy. Then it was said among the nations, 'The Lord has done great things for them.' The Lord has done great things for us, and we are filled with joy. Restore our fortunes, Lord, like streams in the Negev. Those who sow with tears will reap with songs of joy. Those who go out weeping, carrying seed to sow, will return with songs of joy, carrying sheaves with them."
Understanding the Jewish history of exile and facing the global tide of anti-Semitism, one can feel how significant it is for Jewish people to return to Jerusalem and establish a Jewish homeland. Just like in Taiwan, not everyone celebrates National Day, Jews who celebrate Jerusalem Day are among those who are particularly patriotic. In most cases, this deeply moves me.
14 июн 2024
