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THE BIG HUG .......to the old city of Jerusalem.

THE BIG HUG—AROUND THE OLD CITY OF JERUSALEM

May 21 2007 (21-05-07) Monday 4th of Sivan 5767
5000 people holding hands are needed to surround the walls of the Old City of Jerusalem in a unified embrace.
We call upon lovers of Jerusalem of all walks of life, of all religions, from all areas of the world and of course all of Israel, Palestine and Jerusalem
The purpose of this event is to unite diverse people though our common denominator, our
Love for the holy city Jerusalem. This act is both simple and meaningful, offering the potential to redefine our relationship with each other and create new realities

Structure of the Event
People will gather at four locations before the event. The primary meeting point is on the lawn below Hutsot Hayotser which is across the street from Jaffa Gate. The other three points will be near the Damascus Gate, Lions Gate and Dung Gate.

13:00- We will begin to gather at the above meeting places. Transportation and parking arrangements will be announced.
At the meeting point, people will be greeted by volunteers. We plan informal activities to help people meet and enjoy each other including: talking and listening circles, music circles, laughter yoga etc

Please bring WATER and food for yourself. We will arrange snacks for purchase.
Restrooms will be accessible. First Aid and "security" stations will be there too.
15:30--The walk encircle the Old City walls will begin. Drummers will lead the walk. People in each of the four areas will have colored ribbons. Moving towards the right or left from each starting point, the distances will be a few hundred meters until groups meet. The ribbons shall create a prism of colors to reflect the wholeness of light which is one translation of "Jerusalem" -- "Or Salem—whole light.

Please note that some parts are flatter and smoother than others. People will be advised as to which areas might be more comfortable. We expect additional people to arrive directly to their hug spots by buses. We intend to offer transportation for those who require such assistance. Everyone is welcome to participate.
As we walk to our places along the wall, musicians will bring drums and other instruments to their places on the wall above us.
17:00 (to be announced if different) when people with different colors meet, we will begin our HUG CEREMONY

THE HUG-- CEREMONY
As we meet, drummers will drum and other musicians will blow shofars or didgeridoos, and gong gongs to celebrate that we have connected.
We will each take time to express ourselves through spontaneous song, prayer, drumming meditation or what ever. Some people may even hug. Please do note and respect that many religious people do not touch members of the opposite gender.
Film crews are likely to be in the area. We will be part of a full length documentary and a group has asked to film us on line. We are likely to have web cam as well.
Volunteers will be at many places along the way for the purpose of telephone logistics, first aid and social interaction.

After the Hug
We welcome people to go to gathering places to enjoy additional circles of conversation, music and play.
All Nations Café offers a concert at Gethsemane east of the Old City at the foot of the Mt. of Olives. This will feature original music played by both Arab and Israeli musicians.
There will probably be many more such events.
Transportation to parking space will be announced.
Donations of time, expertise and money are welcome and appreciated.
Can not make it in person? You can join the Virtual Hug.