Wednesday, February 25, 2009

The Sea of Galilee

We went to a reserve that has ancient buildings that dated to tribe of Dan.  This is where the Jordan River comes down from Mount Herman.  The meaning of Jordan means down from Dan.  One of the surprising things about being in the holy land is how how green and beautiful it is.  It is also very hilly.
This is a spot in the Reserve.  It was very peaceful and beautiful!  We also went for a ride in a boat on the Sea of Galilee.  We had a lunch at a fun restaurant that served a whole fish and usually someone in the group gets a coin in the fishes mouth.  They call it Peters fish.  This was fun!  A little scary, but fun!
This is a view from the Mount of Beatitudes.  We spent a very peaceful hour learning about the Savior.  The view from the hill was amazing.  The picture doesn't really do it justice.  We also went to Capernium.   This is the place where most of the miracles took place.  This whole area is where the Savior spent most of his three year ministry.  There is definitely a sweet spirit here.

2 comments:

The Stoddard Show said...

thanks for sharing! I didn't realize it was so green. I'm glad you are enjoying your trip. hugs! Tonya

Julie D said...

Hey Shelley and Reed!!! Looks like you are having a great time!!! I think the camel shot is definitely it for your Christmas card picture!! I especially liked that "Jordan means coming down from Dan"~ appropriate for my family! Great pics!!