The Benedictine Monastery at Dormition Abbey at the Church of Zion is one of many holy sites for Christianity in the Land of Israel. Today, it’s a place where modern-day Christians can enjoy Christmas Carols and wonderful singalong sessions. Nazareth is the town where Jesus grew up, and it still sports the largest Christian population in Israel. With Abrahamtours.com you can join the legendary journey that Mary Magdalen and Joseph took in the Christmas Story, from Nazareth to Bethlehem which is celebrated annually with a Midnight Mass Service and fireworks display.

Indeed, the beauty of this ancient land is surreal, and the legend burns just as bright. Today, Christians over the world want to experience even an iota of what Jesus himself felt as he traversed the terrain in and around Bethlehem, Jerusalem, Nazareth, and the Galilee.

Why are Gifts Given for Christmas?

In modern times, we accept as holy writ that gifts are given during Christmas. It has become part and parcel of our cultural zeitgeist, much like Christmas Carols. But was it always this way? From a religious perspective, gift-giving during Christmas is directly attributed to the Magi – the Three Wise Men. They brought frankincense, gold, and myrrh to the baby Jesus while he was in the manger. This reflected the reverence that is required for the holy of holies.

The beauty of giving is instantly evident in the appreciation of those receiving gifts. Much of Christmas is predicated around St Nicholas who later became known as Father Christmas, a.k.a. Santa Claus. His benevolence was known far and wide, for his kindness after saving his sisters from slavery, and scores of poor and infirm from a hapless fate. We give because we want to spread joy and happiness – that's the real message of Christmas.

From Israel, with Love

There are many beautiful gifts from Israel. While many of us wish to travel to the Holy Land and experience what it feels like to walk among the pious and touch the slab of rock at the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, this is not always possible.

For those who long for an authentic experience, fortunately, there is a way to precisely experience that. It's known as the ArtzaBox. This is a remarkable gift concept, and it comes neatly bundled in a beautifully wrapped box.

What's inside the box all depends on the package you choose. There are standard boxes and premium boxes, and Jerusalem boxes too. Each box comes packaged with hand-selected cuisine, scriptures, gifts, and keepsakes from the Holy Land.

There are plenty of boxes available and every box is packed with something for the mind, body, and soul. Whether it's a Christmas Bethlehem Special, The Judaean Deserts Place of Purity, or Galilee the Land of Miracles, each authentic gift package is practical, memorable, and delectable too.

Of course, there are many types of Christmas gift boxes from Israel, notable among them the traditional options and the commercial-style options. For many folks, the mere fact that Israel is associated, with a Christmas gift box gives it extra special significance.