As her people began to return to Zion, Israel’s
ancient homeland had lain fallow for nearly 2,000 years almost completely
deprived of trees and cultivated crops. However, the Land promised to
the children of Abraham is once again beginning to prosper; trees are
being planted, and the fruit of the land is flourishing.
The LORD speaks to us in Isaiah 55:13 regarding the land
of Israel, “Instead of the thorn bush the cypress will come up,
and instead of the nettle the myrtle will come up, and it will be a memorial
to the LORD, for an everlasting sign which will not be cut off.”
As this prophesy is being fulfilled before our eyes, you can be a part
of it by planting a tree in Israel.
As a suggested donation of $15 to For Zion’s Sake
a tree is planted in one of Israel’s growing forests. Many
donate trees as gifts for holidays and special occasions, some as memorials
for loved ones, and others simply for the joy of blessing Israel.
Donors will receive a certificate for each tree that
is planted, which will include the donor’s name, occasion for the
gift, and the tree’s location. (See the example below.)
Additionally, when planting a tree through For Zion’s
Sake, part of the donation goes directly to help the overwhelming
financial and physical needs of the Olim (new immigrants returning home
from the Diaspora).
Sample Text:
Two trees have been planted
in the Carmel Forest
in honor of Joseph Brown
on the occasion of his 70th birthday
By Mary Brown
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Every Plated tree will help restore the lost forest in the recent Carmel fire
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