STAY IN TOUCH
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Pinterest
    • Instagram
    • YouTube
    • TikTok
    Facebook Twitter Instagram
    Trending
    • Digestive concerns and Brain development for your child?
    • The Shell Citi Card: 25 Years of Fuel to Peso efficiency
    • Hearts Day is about to get sweeter with these irresistible offers from Pizza Hut
    • Entravision MediaDonuts Signs Partnership Agreement with Shopping and Rewards Platform ShopBack
    • Samsung Galaxy S23 Series: A Comprehensive Guide to Specs, Features, Release Date and Price
    • BTS’ J-hope “IN THE BOX” Documentary Set to Premiere on Disney+ on February 17th
    • 4 Tips for Aspiring UX Designers and UX Students
    • Sony redefines the Entertainment Experience with the newest SRS-XV900 High Power Wireless Speaker
    Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube
    Mommy Iris | Top Lifestyle Blogger Philippines | Pinay AdsMommy Iris | Top Lifestyle Blogger Philippines | Pinay Ads
    Demo
    • HOME
    • Entertainment
    • Family
    • Food
    • Lifestyle
    • Technology
    • Travel
    • About
    • PR Newswire
    Mommy Iris | Top Lifestyle Blogger Philippines | Pinay AdsMommy Iris | Top Lifestyle Blogger Philippines | Pinay Ads
    Home»Others»Press Releases»Philippines honored in ‘Open Doors’ monument in Israel
    Press Releases

    Philippines honored in ‘Open Doors’ monument in Israel

    Mommy IrisBy Mommy IrisJune 22, 2009Updated:September 21, 2022No Comments3 Mins Read
    Share
    Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Email

    The Open Doors monument in honour of the Philippines has been unveiled at the Rishon Lezion Memorial Park in Israel on June 21, forging stronger ties between the two countries.

    Tourism Secretary Ace Durano, who was Guest of Honour at the event, said, “This monument commemorates the Philippines’ selfless efforts in opening the country for thousands of Jews, where they found a safe haven during a difficult period in their history. It is indeed an honour to remember this strong connection, at a time when the world is faced with a lot uncertainty and challenges.”

    The Open Doors marker now sits as a historical landmark recognizing the Filipino people for their ‘courage, hospitality and the determination… to give humanitarian support for the European Jews seeking refuge from the Holocaust in the 1930s,’ according to the Philippine embassy in Israel.

    Durano added, “This is a remarkable milestone to further better linkages between the Philippines and Israel. We are one of the first to recognize the State of Israel, and today the warm relations between our countries continue.”

    In 1939, fully understanding the crisis the Jews were facing, President Manuel L. Quezon was instrumental in making ten thousand visas earmarked for travel to the Philippines. He declared an open doors policy, making a difference in the lives of thousands of Jews, some of which were in the event to celebrate the remarkable occasion.

    Also present in the historical unveiling was Undersecretary for Tourism Planning and Promotions Eduardo Jarque, Jr., who noted, “The warm hospitality of the Filipino people undoubtedly shed light on one of the Jewish people’s most trying times. This same characteristic has always drawn people from different cultures to Philippines. Aside from the destinations, the Filipinos’ hospitable spirit continues to leave a lasting mark on others.”

    Reinforcing President Quezon’s open door policy were provisions for housing in Marikina in 1939, and an allotment for a farm and large settlement area in Mindanao for the Jewish refugees before the outbreak of World War II.

    Such episodes were documented in a book Escape to Manila by Frank Ephraim, a Holocaust survivor. Four years ago, this book inspired the creation of the Open Doors monument through the initiative of the late Ambassador to Israel Antonio Modena, who died in Manila in February 2007.

    In his book, Ephraim wrote, “The Philippines held out a promise of a safe haven from Nazi oppression, offering survival from mass murder of the Jewish people in Europe.”

    The monument, showing modern conceptual doors, was designed by acclaimed Filipino artist Jun Yee. According to Yee, “The rising design of the open doors represents ‘soaring in triumph.’ One cannot imagine a more fitting symbol for this occasion than the Open Doors, dramatically and contemporarily designed.”

    Philippine marble tiles from Romblon were used for the monument, along with metal sheets and reinforced concrete for the base.

    Jarque mentioned, “The marble tiles coming from the island of Romblon, the heartland of our country, symbolize our country’s part in Israel’s story. The Jewish community in the Philippines and in other parts of the world also supported this initiative, and it is heartening to know that our friendship with the Jewish people have emerged stronger.”

    Anyway, do you know a Pleasanton motorcycle accident attorney? My cousin needs one.

    ace dur Ace Durano department o Department of Tourism phi philippine depart Philippines
    Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn WhatsApp Reddit Tumblr Email
    Previous ArticleJon and Kate Gosselin file for divorce: Jon and Kate plus 8 announcement
    Next Article BayanTel's Lola Techie Commercial Video
    Mommy Iris
    • Website
    • Facebook
    • Twitter

    I'm a lifestyle and mommy blogger from the Philippines. Pinay Ads was created to share bits and pieces of my life and my family. I have a wide array of interests that include entertainment, movies, music, gadgets, traveling, food, baking, and more. So, I hope you’ll stick around and enjoy reading!

    Related Posts

    DOTr Serves Final Decision to Terminate Contract with BURI on MRT-3

    November 7, 2017

    Never Underestimate the Power of Water

    October 4, 2017

    2016 Trick-or-Treat Events in Metro Manila

    October 19, 2016

    Leave A Reply Cancel Reply

    STAY IN TOUCH
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Pinterest
    • Instagram
    • YouTube
    • TikTok
    Latest Posts

    Digestive concerns and Brain development for your child?

    February 4, 2023

    The Shell Citi Card: 25 Years of Fuel to Peso efficiency

    February 2, 2023

    Hearts Day is about to get sweeter with these irresistible offers from Pizza Hut

    February 2, 2023

    Entravision MediaDonuts Signs Partnership Agreement with Shopping and Rewards Platform ShopBack

    February 2, 2023

    News from PR Newswire


    Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.

    Go to mobile version