Abraham planted an “eshel” א-ש-ל tree which Jewish tradition describes as an acronym for the practice of open-armed hospitality developed by our father Abraham. א stands for “orchim” (guests), ש is “shotim” (refreshments), and ל is “levaya” (escorting his guests). Thousands of years later, it is incumbent upon us as the descendants of Abraham, to carry on his legacy by beautifying the Holy Land with flourishing greenery.
Have you ever wondered why God placed such an emphasis on planting trees and vineyards? Learn more about how the act of beautifying God’s land is in fact a Biblical commandment!
A recent video from the Temple Institute concluded unequivocally that the Third Temple will not simply descend from Heaven, begging the question ‘Why don’t Jews begin building today?’ The man in charge of organizing the Third Temple construction thinks he knows what it will take to jump-start the process.
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On the eve of Tu B’Shvat (the 15th day of the Hebrew month of Sh’vat) Rabbi Tuly and his family joined hundreds of others planting trees in the Land of Israel to beautify the land and bring prophecy to life!
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STEVE & LAURIE MARTIN - LOVE FOR HIS PEOPLE FOUNDERS
My good wife Laurie and I (married 45 years), founded Love For His People Ministry in 2010. This work gives love and support to our friends in Israel and other nations with friendship and humanitarian aid. Through social media, Steve's messages, and our Ahava Adventures trips to Israel, the ministry is a growing, effective outreach.
Steve has also authored and published 36 books.
We live in the Charlotte, NC area and have four adult children, spouses, and eight grandkids.
Ahava and shalom with blessings on ye head!