We boarded the bus and headed to our first stop at Tzfat.  Ori shared the fascinating history of the four holy cities.  We toured a synagogue, visited a art gallery and had time to shop at some boutique shops in the narrow alley ways.  We ended our tour with falafel from a local hotspot. 

We drove to the top of the mountain and hiked out to the edge for the most beautiful view of several Israeli villages and other scenery. We took a different way around and climbed down part of the mountain face where many of us faced our fear of heights.

We end the day in the hot springs, feeling truly like one of the locals. In the warm water we relax, sharing stories that make us laugh.

Tzfat, where we could literally see the history and feel the deep cultural roots within the city. We were able to sit in a 400 year old synagogue and recite both L'cha Dodi and the Shema together as a group. We then went to listen to Avraham Lowenthal, an artist that lives in Tzfat who moved from the United States in his 20s to learn more about his Jewish history and the Kabbalah.

Being with these people, not only the Americans, but the Israelis (especially the Israelis) has really REALLY opened my mind and eyes to what it's like to live in this country as a Jew, as well as what it could be like to live at home as a Jew.

"We truly cherish every opportunity to deepen our understanding of Jewish history and culture."

Tzfat represents air. We were fascinated by the holy atmosphere surrounding us everywhere we walked. We had a little bit of free time to explore the area and we also listened to two of Tzfat's musicians play us Jewish music.

On day three, a family was made as we laughed and shared beautiful experiences.  We all had a undeniable connection that was clearly evident by day three in Israel.

Great people from all over, make up our unique #913 crew.
DC, Boston, Chicago, Alabama, Michigan, Ohio, Israel, and of course Indiana too!