Ahead of Jerusalem Day, the Sovereignty Movement held a tour of Ammunition Hill, led by historian Dr. Chaim Shalem—who himself fought there during the Six-Day War.
Ahead of Jerusalem Day, the Sovereignty Movement held a tour of Ammunition Hill, led by historian Dr. Chaim Shalem—who himself fought there during the Six-Day War.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to Dr. Chaim Shalem for a profoundly moving and unforgettable experience.
He didn’t merely recount the battle; he took us back to those moments—back to the gunfire, the blood, the fear—but above all, to the spirit of heroism that filled the hearts of the soldiers. Their courage is etched into the spiritual and historical tapestry of Jerusalem.
Then, as now, our soldiers act out of deep belief in the justice of our cause and the unshakable will to prevail. Then, in Jerusalem—now, in Gaza—they stand guard with strength and purpose, defending our people and our land.
A deep thank-you to Renee Margolis for organizing the tour with quiet dedication, humility, and precision.
And on this very day—Jerusalem’s day of liberation—we are again called to ask: What makes Jerusalem so special? Why does the world’s gaze always turn toward her? Why is it that time and again, the world struggles to accept our sovereignty in her?
The answer lies in Jerusalem’s roots—not just as a political capital, but as the heart of Jewish identity, both spiritual and national.
Jerusalem binds heaven and earth. She is a city where the physical and the spiritual meet. Her stones may be silent, yet they speak. Her walls may weep, yet they hold eternal hope.
Jerusalem was—and will always be—a symbol of the Jewish People’s presence in their land. She is the heart of our nation, the source from which Torah flows. For generations in exile, Jews turned their eyes to her.
Three times a day, we pray toward her. Across the ages, we dreamed of her. At times, we even gave our lives for her.
This is not a territorial dispute. It is a matter of identity, of roots, of the deep bond between a people and its land.
And so, on this special day, we remind ourselves:
It is not enough to liberate Jerusalem—we must build her, develop her, expand her, and transform her into a strong, united, radiant metropolis that reflects the eternal values of Israel.
True sovereignty is not just a flag atop a government building—it is responsibility, it is vision, it is commitment in every sphere: education, employment, infrastructure.
Wishing you a joyful and meaningful Jerusalem and Land of Israel Liberation Day,
To photos: Thank you to Renee Margolis and Jonathan Gormezano
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