Bethlehem video tour with David Hyman.

When I heard of this opportunity to visit Bethlehem, I did not hesitate for one second, and I think I was the first to enroll. Bethlehem was handed over to be self-governed by the Palestinian Authority after the Oslo Accords in 1994 and since then it is extremely difficult for Israelis to visit this amazing town. A bus full of Israeli tour guides was granted all the permits for a day tour of Bethlehem highlights. Our tour will take us through the narrow streets of the city, we will visit the site of King David's wells ( 2 Samuel 23) and we will explore the Nativity Museum with a display of 200 nativity scenes from all over the world. But without a doubt, the main site for all of us was our visit to the basilica of the nativity. As Israeli guides, we often send our groups to visit this church and they return with so many stories and experiences. The 10-year restoration project was just completed last year so we had the privilege of seeing all the wonderful mosaics and columns, the art, and the icons in their splendid colors. On top of that, we were the only groups in the church, so can you imagine having the place to ourselves? absolutely amazing.
I think my most moving moment was in the nativity cave, where I had all the time I needed to touch the 14 point silver star, and read the Latin inscription that says that this is the place where virgin mary gave birth to Jesus Christ. I was thinking of the millions and millions of followers who touched the silver star and of the many millions who have not had the chance to do so yet. During the entire day in Bethlehem, I felt safe and welcome by our neighbors the Palestinians. I felt that we both had the same prayers and hopes, that this pandemic will end soon and that we can once again host all our guests and visitors in our wonderful Holyland.
My Instagram - / dtalesisrael
My website - davidhymanisrael.com/
Recorded by David Hyman with GoPro 9 Hero Black
Edited by David Hyman with Apple Imovie Mini Ipad
Music tracks for this video:
Spruce Tree - Ashley Shadow
Carol of the Bells - Quincas Moreira 2
Sahara Rains - Hanu Dixit
Procession - Geographer
Thanks to all my wonderful colleagues, Israeli tour guides who agreed to participate in this video. Thank you all the great Bethlehem people for your extreme generosity and a warm welcome to your city.
Special thanks to Yuliya and to Yinon for making all the arrangements for us to visit Bethlehem safely
Extra special thanks to our wonderful Palestinian guide Khaled.

[@cecelien.]

Bethlehem is BEAUTIFUL 🌺❤️

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Absolutely, what a treat it was to visit

[@MrJaysVentVideos]

It was great to see what Bethlehem looks like

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Thanks for watching, take care.

[@willytasman9911]

Betlehem is one of my favorite cities in holyland,thanks a lot David for your special explanatation,that remind me so well of holyland tour on March 2023

[@sr.selina4190]

This beautiful tour refreshed the special experience I had in November and has graced my present Christmas celebration. Thankyou David. Your love of your country radiates God's continued Presence there.

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Thanks for your kind words and support. Very much appreciated. take care.

[@libanenfuentes1986]

Thank you david for the tour and video the holy land god always bless you

[@stvincentmartyr419]

Oh!oh! This is so wonderful! Seeing Bethlehem with you! Thank you, dear friend for this visit.

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Hi , so glad that you enjoyed. Thanks for watching

[@ronaldmiller2740]

SHALOM--DAVID HYMAN,, GOOD MORNING!!!!! WE REALLY ENJOYED YOUR VIDEO AT BREAKFAST ,,.. SOME OF THE AREAS REMINDED ME OF THE OLD CITY AND THE CHURCHS .. WHAT A TOUR I AM GLAD YOU HAD LOTS OF FUN AND LAUGHS THEY WERE ALL KIND PEOPLE .. ITS HARD TO GO THERE WITH COVID..AND TRAVELING BY PALESTINIAN AREA.. YOUR WONDERFUL!!! TODAH!!!!!!!! YALLABYE..

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Hi Ronald, thanks for watching and for your support.

[@user-yu6ni5xf2b]

Fab tour, thanks for posting

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Thanks for watching and for your kind words.

[@naturescoper3936]

What an amazing tour this was ! Thanks for the tour of Bethlehem it was great !

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Thanks for watching, take care 🙂

[@SetInChicago]

Such a special video. It was wonderful to see all of the tour guides in Bethlehem; many for the first time. Their joy was evident.

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Hi Jan, thanks for watching and for your support. Much appreciated 🙏

[@roamingalone5226]

Absolutely enjoy your video. Thank you for sharing.

[@Linda220677]

Must have been an amazing place to visit, the birthokace of Jesus. All the people there seem very friendly and very welcoming. Of course now is not a good time to visit with everything that is going in currently but maybe god bless you all and pray for all your safety and well being. Your english is incredible and In really enjoyed this video very much. Sending you love and blessings all the way from the UK :)

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Hi Linda, thanks for watching and for your kind words. Very much appreciated

[@Linda220677]

@@IsraelwithDavidHyman You're welcome. Very interesting videos 😁 👏 🥰

[@D07770]

Thank you so much David for this video and all the information! I really appreciate it all the effort! 🙏

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Thanks for your kind words and support. Very much appreciated.

[@emilybrookharrison7562]

Great video

[@fannyon9960]

Wow...great tour thank David

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Thanks Fanny

[@moniquearseneault1460]

Thank you for sharing this beautiful video.. just beautiful.. God bless you .. ❤️🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Thanks so much for your kind words

[@mikehunt1741]

Really hope this fighting ends, I’d love to come visit here. Always wanted to come and see it. God bless all.

[@deborahquinn483]

Another amazing, fun, touching, and educational video from you. I did not realize that so many other bible stories happened in Bethlehem. The story of the 3 wells was fascinating too. The leather jacket fashion show looked like fun. Thank you for this video.

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Hi Deborah, thanks for watching and for your comments.

[@user-ft1bz6bg7u]

Another Amazing video Mr.Hyman !🎉🥰 Loving them ALL 💟, SHALOM.

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Thanks so much for your support and kind words.

[@samirachagua5929]

THANKS SO MUCH !!!

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Hi Samira, thanks for watching, take care 🙂

[@TheRosyMakeup]

🌸❤️ Love to see you

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Thanks so much and take care

[@TheMichaelpilar]

Im going back to ISRAEL this coming JUNE again and im HOPING I can visit this Special Place

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Thanks for watching and for your support.

[@abdallaawale2460]

Bethlehem is not isreal Palestine ❤️🇵🇸❤️

[@WillHoward2002]

​@abdallaawale2460 Palestine doesn't exist there has never been a state of Palestine. Who was president before 1948? No one! There is no Palestine.

[@jamesralph6460]

Awesome channel 👍

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Thanks for your support.

[@jr9083]

Haha did not expect a leather jacket fashion show

[@ronaldvanengen1887]

We want to see a video on Jericho ❤😊 Where the Walls fell and Rahab The Harlots place or side of the wall

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Thanks for watching. Jericho is quite a challenge... I will add to my list and try my best. Thanks, and take care .

[@in2jc]

Great Video Sir! It strange that historical and archaeological evidence goes back almost 3,500 yrs yet Jews aren't in charge there. If they were...Bethlehem would be Clean!

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Thanks for watching.

[@jubranmikhail2474]

I agree with you and I’m a Palestinian Christian

[@DanielSRosehill]

So cool! I tried to apply for one of the exemption permits before via Tiyul Rihla but ended up having to be at a meeting on the date of the tour. You're lucky to have been able to avail of this mechanism. I understand the rationale, but hate not being able to see first hand what life is like on the "other side."

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Hi Daniel, thanks for watching. I think Yulia might be planning another trip.

[@DanielSRosehill]

@@IsraelwithDavidHyman Oh nice. If it's open to non tour guides I would love to go. Does she have a website / contact?

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

@@DanielSRosehill whatsapp me at 052-3913391 and I'll send you her contact

[@DanielSRosehill]

@@IsraelwithDavidHyman Will do!

[@elianarodriguez903]

Hi David, very much enjoyed your video. I will be in Israel in December 2022. Are there official tours to Bethlehem that you are aware of? Thank you

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

"West Bank Tours - Abraham Tours" www.abrahamtours.com/theme/west-bank-tours/?gclid=Cj0KCQiAmaibBhCAARIsAKUlaKQ7aOBLVBYzCtw9Lix8uZIRXzqbY0Eroh39yX5kVPZADeisyflJT78aAinhEALw_wcB Hi, thanks for watching. Try Abraham tours, link above. Take care

[@casta9172]

Those demonic disrespectful people (at the 6:45 mark) .... They are unsaved and need to hear the Gospel Anyway, this is beautiful to see Bethlehem ❤ Praise and glory to Jesus Christ of Nazareth ❤️

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Thanks for watching. I try to show respect to anyone and everyone.

[@LeimomiLalimo-cm2yw]

How can I go there if I'm in America

[@soberslap_]

Bethlehem will return to the holy land of Israel soon ❤️

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Thanks for watching

[@sadeqtanina4236]

Welcome to Palestine

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Thanks for supporting israel 🇮🇱

[@Linda220677]

Nazareth

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

I have recorded a Nazareth video, look it up on my channel. Thanks for watching.

[@gordongiles4957]

🤗 P_R_O_M_O_S_M!!

[@timnic9242]

King David and Jesus were born in Bethlehem but today it is not part of Israel....something is wrong here.

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Hi Tim, thanks for your insights. Take care.

[@thespaceram2879]

In God=Lord Jesus Christ's will it is still part of the Holy city of Israel. So is all of Canaan,.all of the Sinai Peninsula, part of Egypt by the Nile River, all of Jordan, all of Lebanon, part of Syria where Damascus is at, part of southern Iraq where Abraham is originally from , and part of northern Saudi Arabia. Over time the Jews will occupy all.of those areas and the Arabs will have to learn to accept it and live in peace with the Jews there.

[@adbb100]

​@@thespaceram2879 what an imagination, not while the jews are still struggling to hold on to the land they currently control. Just await the next scattering as Ordained by your Creator.

[@Izzy01711]

⁠​⁠@@thespaceram2879Why didn’t the European Christian and Americans accept and let Jews live in Peace up until after WW2? Why didn’t you guys offer them your homes after how you massacred and abused them? Answer me that.

[@AndrewKundya]

Muslims conquered the land after the rise of Arabian Empire and Islamic golden age during 7C AD.

[@gantz0949]

Just curious why the Muslims have it? Its not special to them is it? What am i missing? Edit: i hope its not just for the money

[@AndrewKundya]

Muslims conquered the land after the rise of Arabian Empire and Islamic golden age during 7C AD.

[@waolfie]

Christian Palestinians exist? Bethlehem is a Palestinian town. Its not owned by Muslims.

[@mohamadhashim3822]

bethlehem ❤🇵🇸 and bethlehem is Palestinian city since 3300 b.c not 1994 and bethlehem is canaanite word mean house of bread not in hebrew

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Glad You enjoyed this video of Israel 🇮🇱 . Thanks for supporting israel 🇮🇱 , very much appreciated.

[@Truthhaslegs]

Free Palestine!

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Thanks for supporting Israel 🇮🇱

[@Truthhaslegs]

@@IsraelwithDavidHyman thank you for supporting an apartheid state!

[@AtulSingh-jw8pu]

Please leave your footwear outside before you enter to this Church..