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The ancient Biblical city of Shiloh preceded Jerusalem as the
home of the Tabernacle. It was the first site of the Tabernacle after the
Children of Israel reached the Land, before the establishment of the Temple.
After arriving in Israel, Joshua portioned out lands to each of the tribes and
sent them out to settle their holdings. The tribes of Reuben, Gad, and half of
Manasseh set up their own competing altar to God. The other tribes reacted
quickly, gathering together at Shiloh and threatening to make war if the smaller
group did not put an end to this practice. Though the entire Land of Israel is
Holy, God desires that His people unite to serve him with a single center of
worship, which at that time was Shiloh. Today, the modern city of Shiloh stands
on the site of ancient Shiloh, preserving an incredibly important Jewish site.
Impressive archaeological finds have been uncovered there, making it a must-see
for any visitor who yearns to connect to Israel's Biblical beginnings. Shiloh is
also home to the Shiloh Israel Children's Fund, one of the country's only
rehabilitation centers designed to help heal children who were victims of terror
attacks.
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