Judaism: Israel

Is Zionism a Form of Colonialism?

Is Zionism a Form of Colonialism?

by Unpacked

Jerusalem & Israel

Is Zionism a Form of Colonialism?
What is Zionism? What is Zionism?

What is Zionism?

Jerusalem & Israel
Reunifying Jerusalem: Remembering Ammunition Hill

Reunifying Jerusalem: Remembering Ammunition Hill

Jerusalem & Israel
Israel's Disengagement from Gaza Israel's Disengagement from Gaza

Israel's Disengagement from Gaza

Jerusalem & Israel
Dr Eilat Mazar: Queen of Biblical Archaeology

Dr Eilat Mazar: Queen of Biblical Archaeology

Archaeology
Why Don’t You Support Israel?

Jerusalem & Israel

Why Don’t You Support Israel?

by and

Israel is one of the most free and most prosperous countries in the world, and the only democracy in the Middle East. So why is it so controversial to support the Jewish state?

Ancient Coins Tell the Story of the Jewish People

Archaeology

Ancient Coins Tell the Story of the Jewish People

by

From the Roman conquest of Judea to the rebirth of Israel.

The Silver Platter: Establishing the State of Israel

Jerusalem & Israel

The Silver Platter: Establishing the State of Israel

by

24,000 Israeli soldiers have sacrificed their lives for the protection of the Jewish state.

The Flag of Israel: 7 Facts

The Flag of Israel: 7 Facts

by Dr. Yvette Alt Miller

Jerusalem & Israel
Yes, Virginia, the Patriarchs Really Did Ride on Camels

Archaeology

Yes, Virginia, the Patriarchs Really Did Ride on Camels

by

The New York Times was wrong: Archaeological data about the camel actually affirms the accuracy and antiquity of the Genesis accounts.

Tiberias: City of Water

Jerusalem & Israel

Tiberias: City of Water

by

Along with Jerusalem, Hebron and Safed, Tiberias is one of Israel’s four holy cities. Why?

Israel: A Modern Miracle

Jerusalem & Israel

Israel: A Modern Miracle

by and

The re-establishment of Israel as a sovereign Jewish state is an unprecedented event in world history.

Theodor Herzl: The Zionist Dream of a Jewish State

Jerusalem & Israel

Theodor Herzl: The Zionist Dream of a Jewish State

by

What is Zionism and why is it so controversial? How did Herzl, a secular writer, transform an ancient longing into a modern political movement that changed the course of history?

Tzfat: The City of Air and Kabbalah

Jerusalem & Israel

Tzfat: The City of Air and Kabbalah

by

Exploring the hidden spiritual nature of one of Israel’s Four Holy Cities.

Valley of Tears: The True Story of Outpost 107

Jerusalem & Israel

Valley of Tears: The True Story of Outpost 107

by

During the Yom Kippur War, 19 Israeli soldiers fought for 100 hours against overpowering Syrian forces and survived.

Golda Meir: Iron Lady of the Middle East

Jerusalem & Israel

Golda Meir: Iron Lady of the Middle East

by

Revered by some, reviled by others, Israel’s first female prime minister never forgave herself for her decisions in 1973.

Bible Era Seal Unearthed below Jerusalem Car Park

Archaeology

Bible Era Seal Unearthed below Jerusalem Car Park

by

The tiny clay impression dates back over 2,600 years and bears the name, mentioned in the Bible, of a royal aide to King Josiah.

The Truth about the Palestinians

Jerusalem & Israel

The Truth about the Palestinians

by

Does history back up the claim that Palestinians are indigenous to the land of Israel? Promote peace for both peoples; not lies that drive them apart.

The Infamous British White Paper

Jerusalem & Israel

The Infamous British White Paper

by and

75 years ago the “death sentence for the Jews” was handed down while the U.S. remained silent.

Who is the Messiah?

The Messiah

Who is the Messiah?

by

And how will we recognize him when he comes?

Jerusalem: 10 Essential Facts

Jerusalem & Israel

Jerusalem: 10 Essential Facts

by

A quick primer about Israel’s capital and largest city.

The Golan Heights: 5 Facts

Jerusalem & Israel

The Golan Heights: 5 Facts

by

A short guide to the history and strategic value of the Golan Heights.

Is Israel an Apartheid State?

Jerusalem & Israel

Is Israel an Apartheid State?

by

Get the definitive answer.

The Western Wall Infographic

Infographic

The Western Wall Infographic

by and

Everything you need to know about Israel’s most-visited site. Perfect to share for Jerusalem Day.

Biblical Archeology: Bringing the Bible to Life

Archaeology

Biblical Archeology: Bringing the Bible to Life

by

Independent sources confirm many of the major and minor characters of the Bible.

The Jewish People’s Connection to Israel

Jerusalem & Israel

The Jewish People’s Connection to Israel

by , and

There’s no place like home.

The Pre-Messianic Era

The Messiah

The Pre-Messianic Era

by

A burst in technology, a drop in morality, and the Jewish return to Israel are all predicted as precursors to the Messiah.

The Land of Israel: Jewish History in a Flash

Jerusalem & Israel

The Land of Israel: Jewish History in a Flash

by

A short video that summarizes 4000+ years of invasions, conquests and changes in the Land of Israel.

Jerusalem: Holiest City to Whom?

Jerusalem & Israel

Jerusalem: Holiest City to Whom?

by and

The Jewish people’s unique relationship with Jerusalem.

Jerusalem: Facts and Figures

Infographic

Jerusalem: Facts and Figures

by and

Everything you need to know about Israel’s capital.

Dramatic New Archeological Finds at Tel Beit Shemesh

Archaeology

Dramatic New Archeological Finds at Tel Beit Shemesh

by

The impressive discoveries shed light on a core biblical concept: brit, or covenant.

The Miraculous Relationship Between the Jewish People & the Land of Israel

Jerusalem & Israel

The Miraculous Relationship Between the Jewish People & the Land of Israel

by and

Can land really have some kind of direct relationship with the people living on it?

Is Jerusalem Israel's Rightful Capital?

Jerusalem & Israel

Is Jerusalem Israel's Rightful Capital?

by

Jerusalem is arguably the longest, continuous capital of any people on earth.

Egyptology in the Torah: Biblical Archeology

Archaeology

Egyptology in the Torah: Biblical Archeology

by

Contrary to popular Egyptologist belief, the Torah does contain numerous hints of contemporary life in ancient Egypt.

All About the Messiah

The Messiah

All About the Messiah

by

Descendent of King David, he will usher in an era of world peace.

Q&A: Why Judaism’s Attachment to the Land of Israel?

Video – Q&A

Q&A: Why Judaism’s Attachment to the Land of Israel?

by

If Judaism is a religion, why does it need a country?

The Truth about Jerusalem

Jerusalem & Israel

The Truth about Jerusalem

by

In the last 2000 years empires came and left, conquered colonized and occupied Jerusalem - but they have never turned it into their capital.

Ten False Assumptions Regarding Israel

Jerusalem & Israel

Ten False Assumptions Regarding Israel

by

Dismantling widely-held, false and mistaken beliefs about Israel.

The Messiah in Judaism

The Messiah

The Messiah in Judaism

by

Why do Jews believe in the Messiah?

Fighting Jihad with Education

Jerusalem & Israel

Fighting Jihad with Education

by

A guide for the concerned global citizen.

When God Moved Out

Holy Temple

When God Moved Out

by

Tisha B'Av and the truth of consequences.

Rediscovering the City of David

Archaeology

Rediscovering the City of David

by

Amazing discoveries that clearly show the Jewish connection to Jerusalem.

Jerusalem: Jewish and Muslim Claims to the Holy City

Jerusalem & Israel

Jerusalem: Jewish and Muslim Claims to the Holy City

by

Jerusalem is at the center of the Arab-Israeli conflict. What are the spiritual, historical and political claims – from both sides?

Seven Questions: Unearthing the Bible

Archaeology

Seven Questions: Unearthing the Bible

by

Dr. Eilat Mazar is revealing the footsteps of Jewish biblical history in Jerusalem.

Archeology & Jewish Life in Ancient Babylonia

Archaeology

Archeology & Jewish Life in Ancient Babylonia

by

An exciting exhibit presents direct evidence of the Jewish community in Babylonia right before and after the destruction of the First Temple.

Are Israeli Settlements Legal?

Jerusalem & Israel

Are Israeli Settlements Legal?

by Israel Foreign Ministry

Israel's use of land for settlements conforms to all rules and norms of international law.

Israel's Critical Security Needs

Jerusalem & Israel

Israel's Critical Security Needs

by

What are Israel's defensible borders?

Jerusalem: 4,000 Years in 5 Minutes

Jerusalem & Israel

Jerusalem: 4,000 Years in 5 Minutes

by

Throughout history only Israel has protected the freedom of all peoples and faiths in Jerusalem.

10 Facts about Hamas

Jerusalem & Israel

10 Facts about Hamas

by

So you think you know alot about Hamas?

Six Reasons Why The Wall Is Holy

Western Wall

Six Reasons Why The Wall Is Holy

by

The Western Wall is at the root of the Jewish nation.

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The Pre-Messianic Era

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Shmitta: The Secret of Seven

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Understanding the Sacrifices

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