https://www.israeltoday.co.il/read/rabbi-demands-israel-reclaim-temple-treasures-from-vatican/
“It makes you cry,” lamented Rabbi Yair Zemer Tov as he talked in 2018 about the fact the State of Israel knows where the stolen Temple treasures are and seemingly isn’t doing anything to return them to Jerusalem.
In a video clip that’s still being shared enthusiastically on Hebrew-language social media, the rabbi insists that the reborn State of Israel must demand the Vatican return the Menorah and other precious items taken from the Temple when the Romans destroyed Jerusalem in 70 AD.
“What, are we waiting for the Archangel Michael to fly to Rome, destroy the Vatican and return them to us?” asked the incredulous rabbi. “These are the most precious items in the world to the Jewish people. Why do they remain buried deep underground?”
Indeed, the rabbi strongly suggested that there is a spiritual aspect to keeping the Temple implements hidden away. After all, most who are in possession of legendary historical artifacts are eager to put them on display. But not the items taken from the Temple in Jerusalem.
“That raises a lot of questions,” noted the rabbi.