The Thinking Muslim
How Zionism Indoctrinated the West with Ahmed Paul Keeler
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Quick takeaways
- Zionism emerged in the 19th century as an ideology aimed at establishing a national state for Jews and laid the foundation for conflicts with Palestinians.
- Zionism has historically faced opposition from Orthodox Jews who view it as a violation of religious principles, and today, some Jews continue to object to it.
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The Roots of Zionism
Zionism emerged in the 19th century amid a backdrop of nationalism, ideologies, and secularism. It sought to define Jews as a race and aimed to establish a national state for them. Its founder, Herzl, envisioned a modern Jewish state to counter anti-Semitism, initially considering locations like Argentina and Palestine. Zionism gave birth to two branches, secular and religious, which had different motivations and goals. The secular Zionist movement, dominant in the early years of Israel, focused on creating a modern state for Jews. The religious Zionists, on the other hand, desired to secure the promised land and facilitate the arrival of the Messiah. This early ideology laid the foundation for conflicts with the existing inhabitants of Palestine, creating a controversial colonization project.
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