VOICED : El Santo Sepulcro cerrado por segundo dia en Jerusalen

Tourists visiting the Holy Sepulchre found it closed due to a protest by Christian churches against Israeli fiscal measures and proposed laws. The site, believed to be the tomb of Jesus, is of great significance to Christians. The protest, led by Greek Orthodox, Armenian, and Catholic leaders, aims to oppose new taxes and laws affecting church properties, which they claim threaten their presence in Jerusalem.

Why were tourists unable to visit the Holy Sepulchre on the day mentioned?

• The site was under renovation

• It was a public holiday

• Because of a protest against a fiscal measure

• Due to a religious ceremony

What is the Holy Sepulchre traditionally believed to be?

• The site of the Last Supper

• The birthplace of Jesus Christ

• The tomb of Jesus Christ

• The location of the Sermon on the Mount

Which groups were involved in the protest against the tax decision?

• Jewish community leaders

• Muslim clerics

• Local business owners

• Greek Orthodox, Armenian, and Catholic church leaders

What was the reason for the church leaders' protest?

• A change in pilgrimage routes

• A ban on religious symbols

• A proposal affecting their property rights

• A new law restricting religious gatherings

What do the churches claim the measures are attempting to do?

• Encourage tourism

• Weaken Christian presence in the city

• Promote interfaith dialogue

• Strengthen Christian presence in Jerusalem