Having worked with the Diaspora Yeshiva to restore several of their buildings on Mt. Zion, I am very disturbed to hear this, though I am not surprised. One of the outstanding features of Mt. Zion is the peacefulness of its setting. Though the Yeshiva maintains a dominant presence, other groups from other denominations are also there, and all have coexisted respectfully. The Vatican has aggressively sought the Last Supper Room and other sites in Israel for years, using whatever means they have to get them. Though the Last Supper room has been a non-denominational tourist destination for Christians of all sects, this latest move is an affront to that as well. In the real estate business, location-location-location is the key. The Vatican has their whole infrastructure in Rome, while Jerusalem is where the action is. This strategic move by the Vatican will be used to openly promote their agenda, regardless of the placid Jewish environment & the non-denominational Christian atmosphere that surrounds Davids Tomb.
Posted on: Sat, 02 Nov 2013 20:23:19 +0000