This blog is a chronicle of Temple Emanuel of Beverly Hills' congregational trip to Israel from June 24 to July 5, with an extension to Petra through July 7. To view the itinerary or see a photo album of the trip, click on the relevant link at the bottom of the page.
Will there be peace?
What is the status of liberal Judaism in Israel?
What does it mean to be Jewish?
Can we move past nationalism?
Will I reconnect with feelings I had about Israel when I was younger?
How can I understand Israel as a real and not a mythical place?
What has happened to social services in Israel?
What will reinforce positive feelings of American Jews toward Israel?
How do Israelis deal with trauma?
How can Israel do better PR?
How can we make sure that this trip will positively influence the culture of Temple Emanuel in relationship to Israel and in other ways as well?
