Holidays

Blog Post Somber Christmas in Jerusalem’s Holy City

The Old City of Jerusalem’s streets are empty this holiday season.

Blog Post Community and Tradition Are on the Table for the Feast of Saint Barbara, Cherished in Jerusalem

The times remain heavy for Christians in Jerusalem, but they find comfort in December by connecting over an ancient festival.

Blog Post Jerusalem Suffers in Silence on Eid al-Adha

Palestinian Jerusalemites find it impossible to celebrate this Eid al-Adha.

Blog Post The Splendor of Eid al-Fitr in Jerusalem, Despite the Sadness

A deep sadness cloaked the city, but the Eid al-Fitr rites were observed, including visiting the dead and saying prayers for their souls.

Blog Post Christians Celebrate a Sepulchral Easter in Jerusalem, with Lower Turnout than Usual

Muted and downsized, Easter services offer solace to worshippers able to reach them despite Israeli checkpoints and police.

Blog Post George Sahhar: Attending Easter in Jerusalem Is a Commitment to Preserve the City’s Living Mosaic

“Everybody will be able to come to Jerusalem from anywhere they want and celebrate in Jerusalem.”

Feature Story “Ma fi Nifs”: Palestinians Have No Heart for Christmas Celebrations While Gaza Is Being Destroyed

A somber, muted Christmas season in the Holy Land 

Blog Post Muslims in Jerusalem Celebrate the Prophet’s Birthday

Muslims in Jerusalem turned out for a rare festive day.

Blog Post Holy Fire Ceremony Marred by Police Restrictions, Brutality

For the third year in a row, Israeli authorities enforced strict restrictions on participation in the Holy Saturday celebrations.