Join me today as I explored one of my favorite place in Israel - The Biblical Town of Joppa.
One of the first stops you should do when you arrive in Israel is to tour the port city of Jaffa, known in the Bible as Joppa.
Located at the southern most part of Tel Aviv, Jaffa was originally inhabited sometime around 7500BC. It is a natural harbor that has held great military and monetary significance since it’s inception, with a broad view of the coastline that allowed for easy departure and defense. The Egyptians even controlled the area for quite some time.
The Bible speaks of Jaffa many times, first in Joshua 19:46. It was the port used by Solomon to build the Temple (2 Chronicles 2:16) and where Jonah left for Tarshish (Jonah 1:3).
In the New Testament, Tabitha (Dorcas) was brought back to life by Peter in Joppa (Acts 9:36). Soon after, God gave Peter the vision of the unclean animals and commanded him to preach the Gospel to Gentiles and Jews alike (Acts 11:4-17).
Both of these events took place at the home of Simon the Tanner. Tourists walk to the house (or what is believed to be the site of the original house) every day. Catholics believe that the home was actually at the current site of St Peter’s Church. Wherever the actual site may be, it is amazing to think what happened in this area and how it changed the world as God made known that his Grace was for everyone!
Moreover, I walked and visited the Suspended Orange Tree. I love arts so much so I wouldn't want to miss it since I'm already in Joppa.
The artist Ran Morin has created this amazing work of art in Jaffa entitled ’Orange Suspenda.’ The orange tree’s soil and root system are encapsulated by a planter that resembles a seed. The tree is modestly fed by an inconspicuous drip system and continues to grow and put forth fruit. According to Morin, his work of art represents the juxtaposition of man and nature. Symbolically, however, it also represents for some as Israel’s rebirth as a nation and triumph over sand and wasted lands, having since the late 1800s turned the ancient derelict lands into a forward-thinking, agricultural society.
Come take a walk (or drive) though Jaffa and wonder at God’s amazing story and grace, first to the Jew, and then to the Gentile! ♥️
With love from Zion, 🇮🇱
Yohanna.
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