Several peacemakers from the Abrahamic Reunion were in attendance and helped organize the Second Big Hug of Jerusalem event on June 24th 2008, brought together over 800 Palestinians, Israelis and internationals to Hug the Old City of Jerusalem, in a prayer for unity and peace between all the lovers of Jerusalem. People gathered at two meeting points: at Shuk il Fallahin, under the palm trees above Damascus Gate, and at Gan HaBonim garden below Jaffa Gate. They spread out joining hands around the Old City walls. Then everyone gathered on the steps of the Damascus Gate. The final event was a drum circle just above New Gate.
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Hundreds of people form a line to “hug” the Old City of Jerusalem
A 10 minute silent prayer is held for Jerusalem
People gather on the steps of Damascus Gate as peacemakers from the Abrahamic Reunion address the “lovers of Jerusalem” from all religions
Rabbi Froman teaches that ‘Peace will Prevail’ in Hebrew has same meaning as ‘God is Great’ in Arabic
Coming together for unity in Jerusalem
The day ended with a drum circle and dancing
