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Conspiracy Theory?
Over 2 m in height and plated with 43 kg of 24k gold, this menorah, currently on display in the new location overlooking the Temple Mount and the Mount of Olives, is a replica of the original one that stood in the First Temple.
Jewish people believe the original menorah was taken by the Romans when they destroyed the second Temple in 70 AD and is now hidden somewhere in the Vatican. They hope that one day the menorah will be returned to Jerusalem. This will signal the beginning of rebuilding the Temple and redemption of the people and land of Israel. The Vatican however disputed this unfounded allegation.
The Menorah, Jewish Quarter, Old City of Jerusalem, Jerusalem, Israel (Friday 26 November 2010 @ 10:27am).
Conspiracy Theory?
Over 2 m in height and plated with 43 kg of 24k gold, this menorah, currently on display in the new location overlooking the Temple Mount and the Mount of Olives, is a replica of the original one that stood in the First Temple.
Jewish people believe the original menorah was taken by the Romans when they destroyed the second Temple in 70 AD and is now hidden somewhere in the Vatican. They hope that one day the menorah will be returned to Jerusalem. This will signal the beginning of rebuilding the Temple and redemption of the people and land of Israel. The Vatican however disputed this unfounded allegation.
The Menorah, Jewish Quarter, Old City of Jerusalem, Jerusalem, Israel (Friday 26 November 2010 @ 10:27am).