Perez, Anne

Understanding Zionism: History and Perspectives

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ISBN 13:: 9781506481166
author:: Perez, Anne
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Fortress Press,U.S.
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2023
Pages:: 277
Dimensions:: 22.6 x 15 x 2.4 centimetres (0.3
Genre:: History, Special Topics, Holocaust,
Condition:: New
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Understanding Zionism: A Comprehensive Introduction A detailed exploration of the Zionist movement and its impact on Israel's government and society. This book provides a primer for those new to the term, offering insights into basic concepts, historical turning points, and the political and social stakes of Zionism. The first half of the book delves into the history of Zionism, tracing its development and shaping the establishment of the State of Israel in 1948. It examines the emergence of competing streams within the movement, including their institutionalization in the New State of Israel. The period between World War I and World War II is also scrutinized, as Jews faced the rise of Nazism and genocide. The second half of the book broadens its scope, exploring Christian Zionism, opposition to Zionism, and current hopes for the future of Zionism. A brief overview of Christianity in Israel/Palesteine concludes the book, offering insights into how Christians may relate to Zionism in the context of faith, fellowship, and national identity.

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