Gravity Commons Podcast Munther Isaac: Faith, the Bible, and the Genocide in Gaza
Jun 24, 2025
In this thought-provoking conversation, Munther Isaac, a Palestinian pastor and theologian, shares insights from his book on the biblical interpretation of the ongoing genocide in Gaza. He challenges U.S. Christians to reconsider their support for Israel, revealing the historical roots of modern colonialism and its impact on Palestinians. Isaac advocates for nonviolent resistance, emphasizing faith as a response to socio-political challenges while addressing the complexities of language and perception in the conflict. His call for compassion and accountability resonates powerfully.
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Munther Shares Life Amid Conflict
- Munther Isaac recently moved to Ramallah, West Bank amid escalating conflicts involving Israel and Iran.
- He describes hearing missile interceptions, bombings, and living with fear and siege conditions daily.
Apartheid Through Geography
- The West Bank is small and heavily fragmented by Israeli settlements and checkpoints.
- Palestinians face extreme restrictions that prolong short trips and create a suffocating lifestyle.
Palestinian Christian Heritage
- Munther Isaac traces his Christian faith lineage back to the first Pentecost and early churches in Jerusalem.
- Palestinians were majority Christian historically but now form a small indigenous minority maintaining presence despite ethnic cleansing since 1948.
