The Jerusalem Temple Visit 2008
Alec Garrard has spent the last 30 years contructing a model of Herod's Temple built on the basis of information from the bible, the Talmud and the Mishnah, and from latest archeological discoveries.
To visit the model of the temple contact the following:
Alec Garrard
"Newlands"
14 high Road
NEEDHAM
Harleston
IP20 9LB
Phone: 01379 855361/ 07958 36651
The most authentic model in existence, the temple is housed in a purpose built outbuilding (toilet available). This has enabled Mr Garrett to paint mural scenes on the walls surrounding the model so that one can envision many of the scenes from the bible.
The visit is as much a spiritual experience as it is a practical and educational one. Nobody could fail to be moved by seeing the gate through which Jesus left the temple, carrying the cross, to the hillside 'Golgotha' where he was crucified.
There are
chairs on which one can sit and si
mply
stare at the enormity of the task of working to scale over such a vast
area. There are
binoculars with which to reach inside areas of the temple to examine the
intricate detail of
the Holy Place . . . the blue of Mary's robe .... the hundreds of
delicate columns; each of which consists of 7 separate parts.
There are photos,
diagrams, plans and even a small but perfect model of the Tabernacle
such as the one on the right.
Please note that Photographs are not allowed
Alec Jarrett is on hand to answer any and all questions. He has very definite ideas which are based not just on readings and recent archaeological findings but also on his own understanding of construction from his former career as a property developer. Academics may wish to argue with some of his interpretations but those of us who only have a passing knowledge of the temple will be forever grateful to Mr Garrett for bringing history alive through such an unforgettable and spiritual experience.
Instructional DVD's are available: eg 'The Tabernacle'; 'The Temple and The New Testament' and others, price around £6.00.
Also available are postcards, plans and booklets of the models.
If you want to do your homework before you go then read:
'The Jerusalem
Temple' by Robert Backhouse
Essential Bible Reference ISBN 1 - 85985 - 087 -1
Candle Books (This book also available on the visit)
