Why is America Bleeding? The Silence is Deafening Jerusalem A Cup of Trembling

Why is America Bleeding?
Why are so many Palestinian religious sites under attack by Israel?

Israel bombs Gaza's only Catholic church -- the latest religious site hit in the war. Hundreds of mosques damaged or destroyed -- with cemeteries obliterated too. In the occupied West Bank, attacks on Christians and Muslims are increasing.

Why is this happening?

Presenter: James Bays

Guests:
Reverend Mitri Raheb -- Lutheran pastor and President of Dar al-Kalima University

Moataz El Fegiery -- Vice President of EuroMed Rights, a network of organisations that defends human rights across Europe and the Mediterranean

Michael Lynk -- Professor Emeritus in the Faculty of Law at Western University

Behold, I will make Jerusalem a cup of trembling unto all the people round about, when they shall be in the siege both against Judah and against Jerusalem.

Google AI Overview

The phrase "I will make Jerusalem a cup of trembling unto all the people round about" comes from the Book of Zechariah, specifically Zechariah 12:2. This verse describes God's plan to make Jerusalem a source of fear and instability for the nations surrounding it. The image of a "cup of trembling" suggests that these nations will be overwhelmed and disoriented by Jerusalem, as if they were intoxicated.

Here's a more detailed breakdown:
"I will make Jerusalem...":

This indicates God's direct involvement and action in orchestrating these events.
"...a cup of trembling...":

The imagery of a cup of trembling is symbolic. In ancient times, a cup was often associated with fate, and drinking from it meant accepting one's destiny. Here, the cup is one of intoxication and instability, implying that those who oppose Jerusalem will be destabilized and overcome.

"...unto all the people round about":

This highlights that the effect of God's actions will be felt by all the nations and peoples who are geographically close to Jerusalem.

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Zechariah 12:3:
This verse adds another layer to the imagery, stating that Jerusalem will be "a burdensome stone for all peoples; all who would heave it away will be severely injured". This suggests that Jerusalem will be a difficult obstacle for those who try to harm it, and any attempts to move or conquer it will result in injury and defeat.

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