Sun, 5/11/25 - Wed, 5/14/25
Beit Haam Jerusalem, Jerusalem
March of the Nations in Israel – May 11 to 14, 2025
Sun, 5/11/25
Entry: 5:30 pm
Start: 7:30 pm
End:
Wed, 5/14/25
Beit Haam Jerusalem
Betsal'el St 11
IL-9107801 Jerusalem
Organized by:
March of Life GmbH
Infos und Kontakt
“We will go with you, for we have heard that the Lord is with you.” Zech. 8:23
Since October 7, 2023, the lives of Israelis but also of all Jews worldwide have been turned upside down. Israel has had to defend itself on six fronts against the enemies of civilization: against Hezbollah in the north, Hamas in the Gaza Strip, the Houthis in Yemen, terrorists in the West Bank, the Mullah regime in Iran, and Shiite militias in Iraq and Syria. Even if some of the enemies have now been defeated, the seventh front cannot be defended with missiles or weapons. It is dangerous and is spreading like an avalanche across the world. It is the world's antisemitism and hatred of Jews that makes Israel the “Jew among the states”. In 2024, March of Life mobilized tens of thousands of people in over 20 nations to raise their voices against antisemitism through two major campaigns. Millions of people were encouraged, comforted and called by our message not to remain silent in this time.
The March of the Nations consists of several elements that make it a unique experience for all participants that will have a lasting impact on many people in Israel:
The Conference in Beit Ha'Am
The conference venue “Beit Ha'Am” in the center of Jerusalem is the historic site of the trial and conviction of Nazi war criminal Adolf Eichmann. This is the second time that the March of the Nations will take place in the former courtroom. In addition to times of prayer, worship and biblical teaching, we will present an exhibition on Christian antisemitism as part of a gala evening with Israeli public guests.
Symposium against Antisemitism in the Knesset
In cooperation with Knesset Member Moshe Tur Paz and the Knesset Christian Allies Caucus (KCAC), a symposium for all March of the Nations participants will be held in the Knesset auditorium. Experts from various disciplines will jointly explore the question of how we can combat antisemitism all over the world.
Worship and Prayer in Zedekiah's Cave
Zedekiah's Cave is a hidden place in Jerusalem. This historic quarry, once used for the construction of Solomon's Temple, is located just a few meters below the Old City of Jerusalem. Here, the participants of the March of the Nations will gather for a special time of worship and prayer to pray for the peace of Jerusalem.
Marches and Meetings in Various Cities in Israel on May 14
We want the message of friendship to Israel to reach people throughout the country directly. In view of the flood of negative news, many Israelis find it a great comfort and encouragement when people from all over the world come to their cities to celebrate the founding of the State of Israel on the streets. The mayors of the participating cities organize an attractive programme of meetings, including meeting Holocaust survivors, soldiers and people affected by the events of 7 October. Marches are planned in Be'er Sheva, Ashkelon, Tiberias and, if the situation allows, in Metulla directly on the border with Lebanon.
Speakers and artists
Will be introduced in the coming weeks...
Sun. May 11, 2025, Jerusalem
7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.: Gala event
Mon. May 12, 2025, Jerusalem
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.: Morning event part 1
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.: Morning event part 2
3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.: Visit and worship at Zedekiah's Cave
7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.: Evening event part 3
Tue. May 13, 2025, Jerusalem
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.: Morning event part 4
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.: Morning event part 5
3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.: Symposium Knesset
7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.: Closing event conference
Wed. May 14, 2025, Cities in Israel
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.: Encounter events in the cities
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.: Marches and closing events in the cities
It is recommended to book your accommodation in Jerusalem from May 10 to 15. Participants are responsible for booking their own accommodation. The Pfeiffair travel agency will be happy to put together individual offers. Inquiries at anfrage@pfeiffair.de
The conference fee includes the bus transfer on May 14 to the events in the cities. Participants are responsible for booking their own travel to Israel, airport transfers and all other transportation needs.
Participants are responsible for their own catering during the conference. There are numerous restaurants and catering facilities in the direct surroundings of the conference venue, which can be used during lunch breaks or between events.
The main language of the conference is English. A fee-based translation service will be offered in the following languages: German, Russian and Spanish. If there is sufficient demand, translation services can also be provided in Polish, French and other languages. The translation can be booked directly at the time of registration for €15.
Note: No translation service can be offered for the events in the cities.
Bookings for groups of 5 or more people can be sent directly to info@marschdeslebens.org with the full names, nationality and date of birth of the participants and information on whether translation is required. An invoice will then be sent to the customer, payable 14 days before the start of the conference.
Children and young people are welcome at the conference and on the marches, but childcare cannot be provided. We ask parents to look after their children themselves. Children are 14 years and older
As part of this year's March of the Nations, on May 14, 2025, the participants of the March of the Nations will take part in meetings and marches in the following cities in Israel: Ashkelon, Be'er Sheva, Netanya, Tiberias and Zikhron Ya'akov (subject to change).
A few weeks before the conference, participants will have the opportunity to choose three favorites from the cities. On this basis, we will distribute the participants to the cities.
Despite the tense situation, Israel is a country in which you can move around normally and without fear if you follow the safety regulations. At the same time, we are constantly monitoring and evaluating the current situation in close consultation with the local authorities and will adapt the program if necessary.