Don’t mess around with Jerusalem
(RNS) — Jerusalem is holy. That should be enough for us. The post Don’t mess around with Jerusalem appeared first on Religion News Service.
View ArticlePope urges status quo, ‘wisdom and prudence’ for Jerusalem
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Francis said he was 'profoundly concerned' about recent developments concerning Jerusalem and declared the city a unique and sacred place for Christians, Jews and Muslims that has a...
View ArticleTrump decision on Jerusalem could have deep repercussions
JERUSALEM (AP) — Any recognition of Israel's control over the city will be welcomed by Israel and be popular with pro-Israel evangelical Christian voters who make up a key part of Trump's base. But it...
View ArticleTrump flouts warnings, declares Jerusalem Israel’s capital
WASHINGTON (AP) — He also for the first time personally endorsed the concept of a "two-state solution" for Israel and the Palestinians, provided both sides agree to it. The post Trump flouts warnings,...
View ArticleReligious leaders offer mixed reactions to Trump’s decision on Jerusalem
(RNS) — Trump's announcement on Wednesday (Dec. 6) followed days of speculation and concern from many that such a move could lead to violence and quash hopes for a U.S.-backed Mideast peace plan. Many...
View ArticleCheers, rage and shrugs after Trump recognizes Jerusalem as Israel’s capital
JERUSALEM (RNS) — The president made the declaration despite world leaders' warnings that the move would further incite an already volatile region and make it harder to restart peace talks between...
View ArticleWhy Trump’s evangelical supporters welcome his move on Jerusalem
(The Conversation) — For many of President Trump’s evangelical supporters this is a key step in the progression of events leading to the second coming of Jesus. The post Why Trump’s evangelical...
View ArticleAngry protests across Muslim world over Trump decision on Jerusalem
JERUSALEM (AP) — Large crowds of worshippers across the Muslim world staged anti-U.S. marches, some stomping on posters of Donald Trump or burning American flags in the largest outpouring of anger yet...
View ArticleTrump’s recognition of Jerusalem excites apocalyptic fervor
(RNS) — Some evangelical Christian leaders have greeted it as the beginning of a final battle between good and evil, writes Matthew Gabriele. (COMMENTARY) The post Trump’s recognition of Jerusalem...
View ArticleEvangelicals support Trump’s Jerusalem decision because we care about the...
JERUSALEM (RNS) — "We did not support the President’s decision because we favor Jews over Arabs nor for any obscure theological reasons like those speculated about, reported upon and sensationalized in...
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