He later joined forces with other pioneers and established new Jewish neighborhoods outside the Old City of Jerusalem. Initially he purchased 3.2 km2 for Petah Tikva, which began with a few tents. In 1882 there were already 66 people living in Petah Tikva.
He later joined forces with other pioneers and established new Jewish communities outside the Old City of Jerusalem. Initially, he purchased 3.2 square kilometers for Petah Tikva, which began with a few tents. In 1882, there were already 66 people living in Petah Tikva.