Study
Passive vs. Active Immigration
In 13th-century mysticism, two streams of thought emerged regarding the Land of Israel.
Judah Halevi On the Land of Israel
He believed the Land of Israel is necessary for living a complete Jewish life.
Rashi on Israel
Rashi's very first comment on the Torah focuses on the Jewish claim to the Land of Israel.
Ultra-Orthodox & Anti-Zionist
While most ultra-Orthodox Jews oppose Zionism in some way, groups like Neturei Karta and the Satmar Hasidim do not recognize the modern State of Israel.
The Land of Israel in Classical Jewish Sources
Biblical and Rabbinic Sources on the Land of Israel. Judaism and the Land of Israel. Jewish Ideas and Beliefs.
The Promise of the Promised Land
In the Bible, possession of the Land of Israel is tied to moral behavior.
Israel in Rabbinic Literature
In rabbinic literature, the Land was of primary importance--even as the Diaspora grew.
Religious & Zionist
Religious Zionists believe that the Jewish return to Israel hastens the Messiah.
Post-Zionism
New Historians, new understandings of the past, and recent critiques of Zionist discourse
Mel Gibson’s Passion and the Jews
The Mel Gibson film disturbed this writer--but offers the opportunity for greater interfaith understanding.