Sergey Kadinsky
Photography
These photos were created in the Summer of 2006, as a Media Fellow at the Jerusalem office of The Israel Project
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Summer 2006 |
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Maale Levona- The Benjamin Region |
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Photography |
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Maale Levona, Israel |
On the way to Maale Levona (מעלה לבונה)
These views are the hills of Benjamin, also known as the West Bank. In ancient times, fragrances used in the Holy Temple were cultivated here, including levona (frankincense).
Above is an aerial view of Maale Levona looking south. The main street of the community resembles number 8. I stayed on the northern side of town.
Inside the Community
The urbanized landscape of Jerusalem gives way to the hills of Binyamin and the Jewish hilltop communities. The settlement with the huge square synagogue is Shilo, which was the site of the Tabernacle before the Holy Temple was built.
The official alarm clock of Maale Levona
Kittens and roosters peacefully interacting. On the right is the earless donkey of Maale Levona.
Mr. Serebro outside the community synagogue. At home, the box from the aquarium has been transformed into a playpen for the baby. From a young age, settler children are taught the importance of home. The only thing missing is an orange-colored roof.
Putting their feet down- "We are not going anywhere!" We helped make this land bloom.
While each family has its own story to tell, the houses look identical and conformist. There should be some variety when they build these towns.
Power of the sun heats the water in every home in Maale Levona.
Sara outside her playhouse. As the sun sets on the town, the day-long preparations for Shabbat also conclude. The Serebro table contains a variety of drinks, fish, and a Russian dish called the shuba. Once again, kol hakavod to Mrs. Serebro!
With Shabbat over, food remains on the table to be finished for melave malka. Here, the Serebros proudly stand by their fish collection.
Basked in the orange lights at the bus stop, visitors return to Jerusalem. They are inspired by the people of Maale Levona and stand in solidarity with their right to remain.
I have written an article about this community
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