In this episode of Israel Unveiled, Sandy explores the profound history and spiritual significance of the Western Wall—the holiest accessible site in Judaism and one of the most contested sacred places on earth.
Often called the Wailing Wall, this ancient structure is the last visible remnant of the massive retaining wall that once supported the Temple Mount, upon which the Jewish Temples stood. But beneath these stones lies a story spanning 3,000 years of faith, sacrifice, destruction, prophecy, and longing.
Journey from Abraham’s obedience on Mount Moriah, to King David and Solomon’s Temple, through the Babylonian exile, Herod’s monumental expansion, and the Roman destruction foretold by Jesus. Sandy also unpacks the Islamic claim to the Temple Mount, the construction of the Dome of the Rock, and the dramatic events of Jerusalem’s reunification in 1967.
You’ll also discover what lies beneath the visible wall—massive Herodian stones, underground tunnels, ancient streets, and the place believed to align with the Holy of Holies. The episode concludes with a moving reflection on the prayers placed between the stones and why this sacred site continues to draw people of faith from around the world.