Jewish Identity and Socio-Political Struggles in Early 20th Century Russia

This chapter explores the emergence of Jewish national consciousness in late 19th and early 20th century Russia, highlighting the ideological conflicts between Zionist and socialist factions. It examines the balance between maintaining Jewish identity in a non-Jewish society and the revolutionary movements of the time, alongside Jewish emigration and economic influence. The narrative critiques the simplified views of Jewish identity, focusing on the complexities of historical involvement in power dynamics and social change leading up to World War I.