Shiloh – Capital Before Jerusalem
Discover the city that housed the Mishkan for 369 years and shaped Jewish prayer
Service Description
Before Jerusalem became the spiritual capital of the Jewish people, there was Shiloh. For 369 years the Mishkan stood here, serving as the religious and national center of Israel during the era of the Judges. It was in Shiloh that the tribes received their allotted portions of the Land and where generations of Jews ascended on pilgrimage to stand before Hashem. Together we will explore Ancient Shiloh, the site traditionally identified as the location of the Mishkan, and walk through the archaeological remains that reveal the story of this remarkable city. We will examine one of the most influential moments in Jewish history: the prayer of Channah. Her heartfelt plea for a child became the model for Jewish prayer and continues to shape the Amidah recited daily by Jews around the world. The tour will also explore the role of pilgrimage, sacrifice, national unity, and the transition from the period of the Mishkan to the era of the Beit HaMikdash. Sites Visited • Ancient Shiloh • Mishkan Site • Tel Shiloh • Red Heifer Center • Shiloh Winery The Mishkan, Prayer, and the Birth of National Worship
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Registration for a tour or purchasing a Fellowship Pass, participants agree to the following terms and conditions. REGISTRATION All participants must register in advance. A booking is confirmed only once payment has been received. Places are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. FELLOWSHIP PASSES Unlimited Passes, 10-Tour Passes, and 5-Tour Passes are valid only for the registered participant and may not be transferred, shared, resold, or exchanged for cash. Passes are valid only during the academic year in which they are purchased. CANCELLATIONS More than 5 days before departure: Transfer to another available tour. Less than 72 hours before departure: No refund unless the place can be filled from a waiting list. Credits may be issued in cases of illness, reserve duty, or family emergency at the discretion of Israel Discovery Fellowship. TOUR CHANGES Israel Discovery Fellowship reserves the right to alter itineraries, schedules, transportation arrangements, sites visited, or tour content due to weather, security considerations, site closures, operational requirements, or circumstances beyond our control. If a tour is cancelled by Israel Discovery Fellowship, participants will receive a full refund or full credit. TRANSPORTATION Transportation is included only when specifically stated in the tour description. Participants are responsible for arriving at the designated departure point on time. Tours depart promptly at the advertised time. HEALTH & SAFETY Tours may involve walking on uneven terrain, archaeological sites, nature trails, and historical locations. Participants are responsible for ensuring they are physically capable of participating and should bring appropriate footwear, water, sun protection, and weather-appropriate clothing. CONDUCT Participants are expected to conduct themselves respectfully towards fellow participants, guides, local communities, and sites visited. Israel Discovery Fellowship reserves the right to remove any participant whose behaviour is disruptive, unsafe, or inappropriate. PHOTOGRAPHY Photographs and videos taken during tours may be used for educational, promotional, or marketing purposes. LIABILITY Participants join tours at their own risk. Israel Discovery Fellowship, its guides, staff, and service providers shall not be liable for loss, theft, injury, delays, cancellations, or expenses arising from circumstances beyond their reasonable control.
Contact Details
+972 58 693 1844
lovingtheholyland@gmail.com
Mordekhay Caspi Street, Jerusalem
