Thursday, May 23, 2013

An audacious plan at the Western Wall


            Over the past months, there has been much argument and protest at the Western Wall. Because of all the turmoil, Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has asked Natan Sharansky to help in the expansion plans of the sacred wall. Many believe that Sharansky will develop an addition to the wall that brings people of various faiths together; however, many believe there may be resistance from Muslims. Even though the plans to expand are supported by the government, the plans may not be agreed upon in Israel’s parliament. It is thought that the Parliament may even block funding for the project. The new portion of the wall is said to appeal to more liberal followers of Judaism. Here, men and women would be allowed to worship together, sing, and play music. Not only may Israel’s Parliament object to the new addition, but also archaeologists may object as well because they do not want he new addition destroying a long time history.

By: Allison Vigna

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