Palin prays in Jerusalem and expresses support for Jews
Toronto Telegraph Sunday 20th March, 2011
The former American vice presidential candidate prayed at the Temple Mount on a visit to the Old City of Jerusalem on Sunday.
Palin and her husband Todd were in the city on a two-day visit.
On Sunday afternoon they toured the Western Wall and its adjacent tunnels.
On Monday their journey will include a visit to the Garden of Gesthsemane and the Mount of Olives.
A dinner has also been arranged with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at his official residence in Jerusalem.
Palin, a possible candidate for the Republican presidential nomination, was shown around by World Likud chairman and Likud MK Danny Danon and Western Wall Rabbi Shmuel Rabinowitz.
At the Temple Mount, Palin told Jerusalem Post: "It’s overwhelming to be able to see and touch the cornerstone of our faith. I’m so thankful to be able to be here, and I’m thankful to know the Israel-American connection will grow and strengthen as the peace negotiations continue."
At one stage she was told that Jews were not allowed to pray openly on the Temple Mount due to previous Arab riots.
She responded by asking her guides: "Why are you apologizing all the time?"
Palin prayed at the point closest to the Holy of Holies and left a note with a personal prayer.
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