Blood Brothers - by Elias Chacour & David Hazard (Paperback)

About the Book

In this bestselling classic, a Palestinian pastor shares the story of his patient, ongoing work toward peace with his Israeli neighbors.

Book Synopsis

As a child, Elias Chacour lived in a small Palestinian village in Galilee. When tens of thousands of Palestinians were killed and nearly one million forced into refugee camps in 1948, Elias began a long struggle with how to respond. In Blood Brothers, he blends his riveting life story with historical research to reveal a little-known side of the Arab-Israeli conflict, exploring whether bitter enemies can ever be reconciled. This book offers hope and insight to help each of us learn to live at peace in a world of tension and terror.

From the Back Cover

This is a story about people--not politics.

Elias Chacour grew up in a small Palestinian village in Galilee. When tens of thousands of Palestinians were killed and nearly one million forced into refugee camps in 1948, Chacour began a long struggle with how to live out his personal spirituality. In Blood Brothers, he blends his riveting life story with historical and biblical research to reveal a little-known side of the Arab-Israeli conflict, touching on questions such as

- What caused the turmoil in the Middle East?
- What does biblical prophecy really say about these people and this place?
- Can bitter enemies ever be reconciled?

This international bestseller offers hope and insight that can help each of us learn to live at peace with one another even in a world filled with tension, terror, and misunderstanding.


"From my perspective, both as a believer and as a diplomat, I take hope and comfort in knowing that amid all the hatred, destruction, and death, Father Chacour continues his patient work, softening one heart at a time."--James A. Baker III, US Secretary of State, 1989-1992

"An accurate, moving account worthy of careful attention."--Wes Pippert, former UPI bureau chief

About the Author

Elias Chacour, former Archbishop of the Melkite Greek Catholic Church, has built a university, libraries, community centers, and youth clubs throughout Israel's Galilee region to create dynamic bridges of reconciliation between Palestinians and Jews. He has been nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize three times, and travels the world as an ambassador of peace.

David Hazard is the director of ASCENT, an author, a publishing consultant, and an award-winning writing and creativity coach. Learn more at www.spreadyourfire.net.