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Record Breaking Flag Unfurled in Jerusalem

On September 17th, Jerusalem's Teddy Stadium made history with the unveiling of the world's largest flag - a 44,404 square meter affair sewn by six people in 120 days. The 9.5 ton silk flag, decorated with the Jerusalem lion and a picture of the Western Wall, is the brainchild of Grace Galindez-Gupana, a Filipina evangelist, entrepreneur and lover of Israel.

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What is Kavod?

Kavod is Hebrew for "honor." To give something kavod is to give it honor, respect, or 'props.' Read more »

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