Shai Shvalb

A truly beautiful reading of the sayings on the memorial stickers for the fallen IDF soldiers after October 7th. Deeply emotionally impactful. Read by my dear friend and the best guide in Israel, the wise and knowledgeable Shai Shvalb. Follow this remarkable man. He is brilliant! Am Yisrael Chai! @visit_israel @shai_shvalb #israel #visitisrael #amyisraelchai #idf #memorial

🇫🇯🇮🇱 A beautiful voice of friendship from Fiji in Jerusalem! A year ago, Fiji opened its embassy in Israel—the 100th embassy in the country and the eighth to open in Jerusalem. Now, a musical group from Fiji is in Jerusalem, singing a moving spiritual song of love and support for Israel. ❤️ They, too, are taking part in the ICEJ’s international gathering in Jerusalem, joining Christians from around the world in a powerful expression of faith, friendship, and solidarity with Israel. Listen to their beautiful voices! 🎶

A short clip from a recent filming day in northern Israel — exploring the fascinating connection between shamayim (heavens) and mayim (water) in Hebrew. Enjoy!

A short clip from a recent filming day in northern Israel — exploring the fascinating connection between shamayim (heavens) and mayim (water) in Hebrew. Enjoy! # #

I had the honor of meeting George Deek, Israel’s Ambassador to the Christian World, himself an Arab Christian from Jaffa. I was delighted to present him with a signed copy of my book, A Bridge to Your Roots, which seeks to connect Christian believers more deeply with the roots of their faith in the Land of Israel. I have no doubt that we will find opportunities to work together in the future, building strong and authentic bridges of understanding between Christians and Jews around the world.

Fresh figs... straight from the trees of Caesarea Philippi—sweet, delicious, and one of the simple joys of walking through the Land of Israel. Come explore the Land of Israel with me, where every trail has a biblical story to tell. 📩 Message me if you're ready for an unforgettable journey.

If 'A Bridge to Your Roots' blessed you or helped you see the Bible through the Land of Israel with fresh eyes, I would truly appreciate a short Amazon review. Reviews help expose the book to many more readers. You are also warmly invited to join my VIP readers community for exclusive content, updates, videos, podcasts, and insights from the Land of Israel: https://knowtheland.ravpage.co.il/abridgetoyourroots Thank you for your support! ⚘️ Shai Shvalb

In just a short while, Israel’s Memorial Day for fallen soldiers and victims of terror will begin. This is a day that touches every soul in Israel. There is hardly a family here that has not felt the pain of loss. The restoration of the Jewish people in the Land of Israel—our ancestral homeland—has come at a heavy price. The Land of Israel was promised to the people of Israel forever. Yet throughout history, many have tried to prevent the fulfillment of that promise. Already in the days of the return to Zion, some 2,500 years ago, we read: “Now when Sanballat, Tobiah, the Arabs, the Ammonites, and the Ashdodites heard that the walls of Jerusalem were being restored and the gaps were beginning to be closed, they became very angry… But we prayed to our God, and because of them we set a watch against them day and night… Those who built on the wall… worked with one hand and held a weapon with the other.” (Nehemiah 4:7–9, 16–17) Then as now, the rebuilding of our nation in our land has faced constant opposition from those around us. Yet it has never stopped us from building, growing, and achieving. Still—the cost is painful. Israel’s founding leaders made a profound decision: before we celebrate our independence, we must first remember the price paid—and still being paid—for our freedom. My prayer is that no more names will be added to the list of the fallen. That we may dwell securely in our land, and celebrate our independence with a full heart—one of gratitude, meaning, and hope.

Captain Eitan Oster led an IDF force in southern Lebanon, standing at the forefront of the battle. Eitan fell in a courageous battle on the eve of Rosh Hashanah. Before entering combat, he spoke with his brother and said: “A true warrior fights not because of hatred for those standing before him, but because of love for what stands behind him.”

As we cook for Shabbat, Sarit reminded me of the Shakshukah we made for our brunch... Happy Easter, dear friends

On the eve of Passover—a night that proclaims God’s redemption—the Iranian regime, which tolerates no faith beyond its extreme Shiite ideology, sought to turn it into a moment of fear and agony. At the Seder table, Jewish families declare: “In every generation, they rise up against us to destroy us” (בכל דור ודור עומדים עלינו לכלותנו) This is not ancient history. It is a living reality. Yet the declaration does not end there: “…but the Holy One, blessed be He, delivers us from their hands.” For believers, this echoes a deeper, enduring truth found throughout Scripture—that God remains faithful to His covenant and to His people. “Behold, He who keeps Israel shall neither slumber nor sleep.” (Psalm 121:4, NKJV) From Egypt to today, the story is the same: Threats arise—but God sustains. Darkness advances—but His purposes stand. The resilience of Israel is not only historical—it is spiritual. It is rooted in a covenant that still speaks. עם ישראל חי 🇮🇱