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What does it mean?
The Holy Land should build bridges, not walls, promoting connection over division.
In plain terms
It needs connections, not barriers.
What can you take from it?
Building bridges fosters peace.

Where it applies

  • conflict resolution
  • urban planning

Putting it to work

  • encourage dialogue instead of segregation

Questions to consider

  • What practical steps create 'bridges' in divided societies?
  • How can symbolism translate into policy?

Another view

Metaphorical language may oversimplify complex geopolitical issues.

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