Should Christians Be Forbidden to Pray at the Wailing Wall?
Only if we forget our Bible.
The Western Wall is not just a historical monument—it’s the last visible remnant of God’s covenantal presence in Jerusalem. To say Christians shouldn’t pray there is not just wrong—it’s Replacement Theology in disguise.
Jesus prayed and taught at the Temple (Luke 19:45–48).
The apostles continued to go up to the Temple to pray (Acts 3:1).
The Temple was called a “house of prayer for all nations” (Isaiah 56:7).
For Christians who believe the God of Israel keeps His promises, praying at the Western Wall is not intrusion—it’s intercession.
Romans 11:18 — “Do not be arrogant toward the branches… it is not you who support the root, but the root that supports you.”
Psalm 122:6 — “Pray for the peace of Jerusalem! May they be secure who love you!”
To stand at that Wall is to say:
“I believe God is not done with Israel.”
“I honor the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.”
“I remember where my salvation came from.” (John 4:22)
Christian, if the Wall grieves you, good—so did Jesus. (Luke 19:41)
If it moves you to pray, do so—boldly, biblically, and gratefully.
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