The Temple Mount & Western Wall: The Heart of Jerusalem

In the second episode of this Nourish Your Biblical Roots season, Holy Land Digs, we return to Jerusalem to explore two of the holiest places in Jewish history—the Temple Mount and the Western Wall. From the ancient stones that witnessed centuries of worship to the sacred ground where God’s promises unfolded, we’ll discover why these places have remained at the heart of Jewish faith for thousands of years.

We’ll journey to where God tested Abraham’s faith, and we’ll explore how King Solomon built the First Temple in Jerusalem. We’ll also discover the remarkable history of the Second Temple, uncover archaeological evidence of its destruction by the Romans, and learn how the Western Wall became a sacred place of prayer and longing for generations of Jewish people.

We’ll hear teachings from Fellowship Founder Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein, of blessed memory, and Fellowship President and Global CEO Yael Eckstein, who shares the extraordinary story of Jerusalem’s reunification during the Six-Day War in 1967. We’ll learn about the unforgettable moment when a shofar sounded at the Western Wall for the first time in 19 years, and hear Yael’s touching account of her mother’s visit to Jerusalem just days after the war—a moment of hope and joy that connected generations of Jewish history.

Finally, we’ll discover how the Western Wall remains a living place of prayer today, where people from around the world gather to seek God’s blessings, and reflect on the words of Psalm 122, which call us to pray for the peace of Jerusalem.

Join us as we explore these sacred places where biblical history, enduring faith, and God’s promises come together—and discover why they continue to inspire people of faith around the world.