Look at all these Christian historical landmarks that Israel currently controls.

Garden of Gethsemane (Jerusalem, Mount of Olives)

• Significance: Place where Jesus prayed before his arrest.

• Current Control: East Jerusalem (under Israeli control), maintained by Christian clergy.

Sea of Galilee & Capernaum (Northern Israel)

• Significance: Many of Jesus’ miracles and teachings took place here.

• Current Control: Under Israeli control; numerous churches and monasteries dot the area.

Mount of Beatitudes (Near Sea of Galilee)

• Significance: Site of the Sermon on the Mount.

• Current Control: Under Israeli control, maintained by the Catholic Church.

Perhaps christians should claim their historical landmarks. What do you think about that? Do you like that idea?