Christmas cheer will likely be returning to the historic metropolis of Bethlehem within the West Financial institution after a two-year pause as a result of warfare in Gaza.
Bethlehem Mayor Maher Canawati introduced that festivities will return beginning Dec. 6, with a Christmas tree lighting in well-known Manger Sq..
“From the heart of Bethlehem, the birthplace of Christ, the city of peace — once again, we ignite the flame of hope and raise our prayers for peace,” stated the mayor in a video posted to Instagram.
HISTORIC ITALIAN VILLAGE CREDITED FOR FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND CHRISTMAS NATIVITY SCENE DRAWS CROWDS FOR 800 YEARS
“Let us celebrate together the message of Christmas,” he added. “Glory to God in the highest — on Earth, peace, goodwill to all. Bethlehem keeps the light alive.”
Situated within the heart of Bethlehem, Manger Sq. is called for the manger during which Jesus was laid after his beginning.
The town of Bethlehem has introduced that Christmas celebrations will return beginning Dec. 6, after a two-year pause as a result of warfare in Gaza. (Thomas Coex/AFP by way of Getty Photographs)
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He added, “While we rejoice in this temporary peace agreement, which has led to a cessation of hostilities in the area, we should recognize that such a peace is only temporary.”
1000’s of pilgrims and vacationers from world wide journey to Bethlehem throughout the vacation season. (Issam Rimawi/Anadolu Company/Getty Photographs)
Jefress continued, “The Bible teaches there will be no lasting peace in the Middle East until the Prince of Peace, Jesus Christ, returns to Earth to establish his kingdom.”
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1000’s of pilgrims and vacationers from world wide journey to Bethlehem throughout the vacation season.
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In 2019, the mayor on the time, Anton Salman, advised Time journal he was anticipating 1.4 million guests for Christmas festivities.
The Church of the Nativity was constructed over the grotto (pictured), which is historically recognized because the birthplace of Jesus Christ. (Maja Hitij/Getty Photographs)
“I have been mayor for 2.5 years,” he stated that yr. “I have celebrated Christmas for three seasons and each season, [celebrations] are more organized and more attractive for the local community and for tourists.”
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The Church of the Nativity, constructed over the grotto historically recognized because the birthplace of Jesus Christ, was renovated in 2019.
