Since its inception the purpose of Nazareth Village has been to show pilgrims the Nazareth Jesus knew and deliver some of Jesus’ teachings within their original context. To do this, the planners of Nazareth Village conducted archaeological digs and consulted experts who could help peel back the 20 centuries of time, distance and culture that have often dulled and distorted our understandings.
I am excited that this dream is now a reality. I believe that the Nazareth Village will be a gift of peace to the world, and also to those of us who live, work and worship in a land often characterised by conflict.
Dr. Nakhle Bishara, who first envisioned Nazareth Village, explains: “There is a deep desire on the part of all who come to Nazareth to see Jesus. But for centuries, all they could see were dusty stones. That is why I proposed a place where visitors could see those ancient stones come to life and witness the vineyards and olive trees where Jesus used to teach spiritual truth.”
“I am excited that this dream is now a reality. I believe that the Nazareth Village will be a gift of peace to the world, and also to those of us who live, work and worship in a land often characterised by conflict.”
