Friday, April 3, 2015

Good Friday

This day is the perfect day to take you back to Jerusalem.
These old streets were crowded today with pilgrims who walked the Via Dolorosa, the path Jesus took as he carried his cross to crucifixion.
Their progression ended at the Church of the Holy Sepulcher which was built on the site where Jesus was crucified, buried and resurrected.
Holy prison.
The alter of the crucifixion is always so very crowded with worshipers who want to touch the site where Jesus died on the cross.
The tomb of Jesus
The Stone of Anointing
Christians, Jews, Muslims all believe in the life of Jesus, so whether you are religious, or just a history buff, it truly is an inspiring and amazing place to visit.  
Good Friday Blessings,
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29 comments:

  1. BetsyApril 3, 2015 at 10:30 PM

    Oh I believe! I believe with all my heart. How I would love to walk those streets and see the place where Jesus died for me. Thank you for posting this Tammy, especially today, Good Friday. I hope you have a wonderful weekend and a very blessed Easter Sunday.
    Blessings,
    Betsy

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  2. KitApril 3, 2015 at 10:35 PM

    Incredible! Thank you so much for posting these photos. They give me chills. Oh to be in that reverent place must have been such an experience. For the first time, I can see what the area looks like nowadays. Have a very Happy Easter my friend. Hugs, Kit

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  3. MeredithApril 3, 2015 at 10:36 PM

    A beautiful trip, thank you for taking us along and reminding us of the beauty you experienced.
    Hugs,
    Meredith

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  4. crafty cat cornerApril 3, 2015 at 10:49 PM

    When I see beautiful architecture like this it saddens me to think of what has recently been destroyed.
    Thanks Tammy for your comment on Princess, I have not blogged much lately, I must pull my socks up, Lol
    Hugs
    Briony
    X

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  5. Maya KuzmanApril 3, 2015 at 11:35 PM

    I hope one day I will be able to visit it! Members of my family have gone on a pilgrimage to Jerusalem and I myself would love to. Have a wonderful Easter Tammy!

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  6. AnonymousApril 4, 2015 at 12:07 AM

    The craftmanship of the old buildings amazes me. It is a wonder what men could do with the most rudimentary of tools.

    Your photos are beautiful.

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  7. summersundays-jwApril 4, 2015 at 12:08 AM

    Thank you so much for sharing this. Absolutely beautiful and I can just imagine what it must feel like to be standing in the midst of this. Have a wonderful Easter! Jan

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  8. LindaApril 4, 2015 at 12:21 AM

    That's beautiful, Tammy; great photos and well written.

    I always wonder what exactly it looked like in Jesus' time before the large shrine, etc. was built... I imagine in some ways quite different and yet some things unchanged. Much like our world in general I think.

    Blessings to you always,
    Linda

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  9. Draffin BearsApril 4, 2015 at 12:35 AM

    Hi Tammy,

    Amazing photos and many thanks for taking us along it must have been a great trip. Jerusalem is a place I would love to visit.
    Happy Easter to you and your family.
    hugs
    Carolyn

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  10. DianeApril 4, 2015 at 12:51 AM

    This is beautiful, Tammy. Thanks so much for sharing this today. Diane

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  11. Sam I Am......April 4, 2015 at 1:26 AM

    What an amazing experience that must be....I can only imagine. My father died on Good Friday and after what happened to Jesus, I always wondered why they called it 'good".

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  12. Tanya April 4, 2015 at 1:26 AM

    Oh, what BEAUTIFUL photos...such a place, steeped in such reverence. Thanks for sharing, my friend - hope this Good Friday finds you well - XOXO

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  13. LorrieApril 4, 2015 at 2:41 AM

    Good Friday blessings to you, too, Tammy. Thank you for this glimpse of these places where Jesus' life unfolded.

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  14. AnonymousApril 4, 2015 at 4:31 AM

    There are so many things to think about today. Thanks for sharing this pictures that capture some of the scenes for thoughts that I've been pondering in my heart today.

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  15. Teresa KasnerApril 4, 2015 at 8:02 AM

    Thanks for taking us with you to such an amazing place.

    ❀.•❤•.✿.•❤ Happy Easter! ❀.•❤•.✿.•❤

    ((hugs)), Teresa :-)

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  16. LondoneyaApril 4, 2015 at 8:07 AM

    It's my dream to visit this holy land! Your pictures just made me want to go all the more.

    Good Friday to you my dear, have a peaceful, blessed easter.

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  17. Taci simmonsApril 4, 2015 at 10:00 AM

    Wow what a special place to live . Good Friday blessings to you and have a wonderful Easter Sunday.

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  18. MaryApril 4, 2015 at 4:06 PM

    Such a special and wonderful post Tammy - thank you so much for sharing your journey to Jerusalem and bringing us closer to the place where Jesus walked. There are many, many special places in this vast world, this being such an important one - and I've yet to go there.

    Easter blessings to you - Mary

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  19. UnknownApril 4, 2015 at 7:08 PM

    What a destination! But I don't think I could take the crowds. I've heard the Garden of Gethsemane is lovely too - more my speed I think :)

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  20. PreetiApril 4, 2015 at 8:48 PM

    Hi Tammy, Thank you for sharing the pics and information about the Holy place !! It is always nice to know about religious places.

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  21. MelanieApril 4, 2015 at 9:32 PM

    Absolutely beautiful and incredible! Thank you so much for sharing these photos with us.

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  22. Simple HomeApril 4, 2015 at 10:22 PM

    I am so glad you shared these photos. I'm sure that actually being there was a quieting, reflecting, and humbling experience. I love that Sandy Patti song too.
    Have a glorious Easter!

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  23. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderApril 4, 2015 at 10:31 PM

    Dearest Tammy,
    You did save this from your Birthday trip, for posting at a perfect time! Indeed, to 3 major religions Jesus has played a major role and it is a very important historical place for all human beings. Glad you got to see and experience all this.
    Hugs to you,
    Mariette

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  24. Amy at love made my homeApril 4, 2015 at 11:19 PM

    Happy Easter! xx

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  25. Lizzy DApril 5, 2015 at 12:38 AM

    Thank you for the photos, so heartbreakingly sad...but amazing that the places and memories endure. Happy Easter, Tammy.

    lizzy

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  26. GratefulPrayerThankfulHeartApril 5, 2015 at 1:57 AM

    Enjoyed all of these photos very much. Thank you for sharing!

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  27. Gracie SaylorApril 5, 2015 at 4:03 AM

    Thanks for sharing the photos, Tammy, of the area where one life was lived that now influences all parts of the world...amazing. May you and yours be blessed. xx

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  28. BeccaApril 5, 2015 at 7:39 AM

    Oh my gosh Tammy! Thank you for sharing this! Fascinating! Happy Easter!

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  29. Yarni Gras!April 11, 2015 at 5:12 PM

    Dean got to travel there in 2012 and says it was an amazing experience. I hope to go one year.....

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