In 1948, the Israeli Proclamation of Independence flung wide the gates to the immigration of Jews from all countries of their dispersion. In Yemen lived the oldest Jewish community in the world, descendants of Jews who fled Jerusalem when destroyed by Nebuchadnezzar. Though kept as serfs by the local Moslem ruler, they could sing the psalms in ancient Hebrew and in Aramaic.
When news of Israel’s independence reached them, they were hesitant about leaving Yemen. However, on learning that the proposed method of transportation was an airlift, these people who had never seen an automobile recalled the words of Isaiah and agreed to go.
Isaiah 40:31
But those who wait on the LORD Shall renew their strength; They shall mount up with wings like eagles . . .
Father,
We thank You that the word that goes forth from Your mouth does not return to You void but accomplishes what You purpose. Amen.
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