7-5-24: The History of Zionism and Dispensationalism

The conversation explores the concept of Christian Zionism, its origins, and its differences from Jewish Zionism. Christian Zionism emerged in the 1830s with the teachings of John Nelson Darby, who developed the idea of dispensationalism. This belief system posits that there are separate phases in the relationship between God and man, with a special plan for the Jews in the end times. Christian Zionists predict the rebuilding of the third temple in Jerusalem, the return of the Jews to Israel, and the rise of the Antichrist. While there is some overlap between Jewish and Christian Zionism, they have independent origins and different interpretations of the end times. The conversation explores the topic of Christian Zionism and its impact on American politics and the Middle East. It discusses the alignment between Muslims and Christians, the significance of the term 'Judeo-Christianity,' and the role of Christian Zionism in the rebuilding of the Third Temple. The conversation also touches on the decline of mainline denominations and the rise of fundamentalist and evangelical churches. It highlights the power and influence of Christian Zionism in American politics and the lack of awareness and understanding among its followers. The conversation concludes by examining the parasitic nature of Zionism and its impact on foreign policy.