Israel is a sacred tree, which is important for all the inhabitants of the earth.According to legend, Abraham took him by God.It is called a miracle of nature Oak of Mamre.It grows in the city of Girona and, unfortunately, has almost dried up.It is believed that under him the first man was the Holy Trinity.This tree is sacred and it is written about him, even in the Bible.Oak of Mamre was discovered Kapustin, who at that time studied the Hebron area.He based his research on biblical texts and stories of local residents.When a man found a sacred tree, he decided to purchase the land on which it is located.This place has become attractive for many Russian pilgrims.
Near Oak was built the monastery of the Holy Trinity.According to historical records, the tree has more than 5000 years.Oak of Mamre in Hebron belongs to a rare breed of Palestine.Its leaves are very small, and it is growing slowly.People were measured the circumference of the tree - 7 meters.Previously, it was divided into three great branches, and was a symbol of the Holy Trinity.His current restore and maintain, as soon as possible to save a sacred symbol.Not far from the tree grows two more small, of the same breed, the newly re-creates the Trinity.
In the early twentieth century Oak of Mamre began to dry up.In addition, the pilgrims tried to nip off and each take away a piece of it, which is also a negative effect on his life.In 1995, the people saw the last green leaf on the tree.
There is a prediction that the oak is still alive, people will also live with his death - come to an end.Many residents were praying at the foot of his salvation, and through the prayers or nature, trees sprout.It is small, just 20 centimeters, but in the hearts of people hope.And the most wonderful thing about this phenomenon is that the germ also branches out into three parts, thus recalling the Holy Trinity.
today live in Hebron three Orthodox person: a priest and two nuns.At the gate stands guard, which opens and closes them.He is a Muslim, and every time offers visitors buy postcards of the last century.They depict it as a child, and behind him - a beautiful and blooming Oak of Mamre.It is believed that if to pray and ask for the help of a tree, it will definitely help, and any wish will come true.From all over the world tourists come to see the symbol of the Holy Trinity and to capture it in its memory.City residents are hoping that the little sprout will breathe life into a dead tree, and it will again delight the eye and the tourists and the citizens of Israel.
Oak of Mamre, photos of which can be found mostly in black and white, is often depicted in icons and a tree is considered the time of creation of the world and even the tree of life and knowledge.The land around the sacred and together symbolize the Holy Trinity.Visit there the dream of every person, regardless of his religious attitude.Once upon a time near the oak I served, and no one had the right to violate the quiet and tranquil atmosphere.Holy tree was worshiped in the morning, at lunch and in the evening, he was revered and even listen to his opinion.
