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I n the western Negev of Israel, where
the ancient streams of Gerar and
Besor still flow, lies a land rich in
biblical history—a land that whispers
the stories of Abraham, Isaac, and
Jacob. Here, Scripture doesn’t just speak—it
breathes.
This is the land where Abraham walked.
According to Jewish tradition, it was in
Gerar, near today’s Nahal Gerar, that he
journeyed with his family and entered into
the covenant of circumcision with God—a
moment that established him as a man of
faith and divine destiny. Isaac too dwelled
in this region, digging wells and defending
access to life-giving water. His story reminds
us of the enduring covenant with God and
the steadfast protection of His blessings.
For those who walk these paths today,
the connection to biblical prophecy is
undeniable. The very act of Jewish life
returning and flourishing in these ancient
lands is, for many, the fulfillment of Scripture. moment.
A JOURNEY THROUGH
THE LAND OF THE
PATRIARCHS
From Gerar to Besor – the beating heart of Israel
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In this land, prophecy is not just a story of
the past—it is unfolding before our eyes.
October 7 Changed Everything—But Not
the Spirit
The terror attack of October 7, 2023, scarred
the nation, especially the communities near
the Gaza border. Life here was shattered.
And yet, in the shadow of that dark day,
something remarkable has taken root:
resilience, renewal, and a deepened sense of
purpose.
“I don’t call it October 7 tourism,” says the
regional tourism director. “I talk about
October 6, 7, and 8—because we were here
before, we lived through that‘Black Sabbath,’
and we are still here after. With unwavering
faith that good will return to this land.”
Tourism in the Besor region is no longer
about sightseeing alone—it’s about
witnessing the miracle of life itself. It is about stream, reading the story of Abraham not as
meeting the people who chose to stay, to
rebuild, and to believe—every day, every
Tourism as Ministry: A Journey with
Purpose
Travelers to Israel often come seeking
spiritual connection, but in the Besor
region, they find something even deeper:
the opportunity to participate in a living
testimony of faith. Tourism here is not just
rest—it’s restoration. Every stay, every meal,
every encounter supports communities
that stand as modern pioneers—people of
courage, conviction, and vision.
When you visit, you become part of
something greater. You help sustain families
who work the land as their ancestors once
did. You bless those who bless the land. In
this way, your journey becomes a form of
ministry—an act of faith in action.
Come Pray Where the Bible Comes Alive
Imagine opening your Bible beside the Besor
distant history, but right where it happened.
The physical proximity brings spiritual
intimacy. Here, you can walk the paths of