Jerusalem: A City with Shifting Borders and Uncertain Identity

Jerusalem: A City with Shifting Borders and Uncertain Identity

The current reality of Jerusalem is one where various boundaries and frameworks have been imposed or suggested without consensus, leaving the city undefined in a way that all its inhabitants could agree upon. Both historical and contemporary versions of Jerusalem continue to persist in the collective memory of its diverse communities. Those living in the city today are forced to maneuver through a complex web of borders, jurisdictions, and fragmented areas, which can be challenging for outsiders to fully comprehend.

This entry is original published by My Jerusalem Story .

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