A Wall in Jerusalem
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Do we even understand this conflict? Do we know where it comes from?
Why can't the two sides reach agreement? Can Jews and Palestinians find a way to coexist?
An American Jew, Mark Braverman thought he understood the reasons for Israel's existence. But when...
Published By Jericho Books
Format Paperback
Number Of Pages 288
Publication Date 11/05/2013
ISBN 9781455574209
Dimensions 5.25 inches x 8 inches
"A deeply personal account of the author's journey towards advocacy on behalf of all Holy Land inhabitants and a renewed call for the church to take seriously the gospel's call to peacemaking and justice."—PRISM Magazine
"A compelling, persuasive book to which attention must be paid...A summons that is filled with hopeful possibility for new peace-making initiatives beyond old ideologies."—Walter Brueggemann, Columbia Theological Seminary
"I have much in common with my wise, loving Jewish friend, Mark Braverman-including our shared belief that Jesus calls us to be peacemakers. This is a beautifully-written, thought-provoking, important book."—Lynne Hybels, Advocate for Global Engagement
"Braverman demands from church and synagogue a new level of accountability to the religious message of liberation found in Abrahamic traditions...In doing so, he affirms a pathway of loving resistance to occupation."—Rabbi Lynn Gottlieb, author of Trail Guide to The Torah of Nonviolence
"A Wall in Jerusalem is what we call 'political theology' and it is a shining example of how it can be done well."—Gary M. Burge, Ph.D., Professor of New Testament, Wheaton College & Graduate School
"Compassionate, intelligent, and laying a groundwork for both courage and healing."—Fr. Richard Rohr, Franciscan priest and author
"Mark's voice is unique and desperately needed today. I especially urge my fellow Christians, and most especially sincere Christian Zionists, to read A Wall in Jerusalem with an open mind and heart."—Brian D. McLaren, author/speaker/activist (brianmclaren.net)
"This is a passionate, insightful book which will change fundamentally the discourse of Christians and Jews, Christians and Muslims, Christians and all people of goodwill on this matter."—Allan Boesak, South African theologian and anti-apartheid activist
"An essential guide to anyone seeking to understand the current crisis between Israel and Palestine...giving us direction as to what we can do that will lead to lasting peace."—Steven W. Haas, speaker and activist
"Across national, racial and religious lines, Braverman brings together powerful, passionate and courageous voices into a network of hope and healing for Palestinians and Israelis."—Rev. Naim Ateek, Director of the Sabeel Ecumenical Liberation Theology Center and author of A Palestinian Christian Cry for Reconciliation