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What were the spiritual offices in Israel?
Israel is a primarily secular state, with a Jewish national identity. It has no religious government position (although some ministries are managed by religious groups).
Is israel an all Jewish state now?
Israel is a Jewish state, but 20% of its citizens are not Jewish.
What is the official religion of Israel?
Israel is a Secular Country and, as a result, has no official religion. However, since Judaism is predominant religion professed by Israelis, Judaism has a pull on governmental affairs. This is no different than how the United States is a Secular Country with no official religion, but Christianity has a pull on government affairs since most Americans profess Christianity. It is a common misconception that because Israel is the Jewish State that the official religion is Judaism. This is a misunderstanding of the term "Jewish" in Jewish State. In this case it refers to Jewish as an ethnic term, so Israel is the Jewish State in the same way that Turkey is the Turkish Republic, as opposed to the way that Iran is the Islamic Republic.
Who established Israel as a Jewish state?
After world war 2 The United Nations gave The Jewish people land in Israel. This idea was first proposed by Theodor Herzl.
Why don't chasidim believe in the Jewish state?
The majority of religious Jews, not only chasidim, are displeased with the secular nature of modern Israel. To have a Jewish state in which a couple of million children know almost nothing about the Torah, is sad.
Does the US recognize Israel as a Jewish state?
No country has ever specifically performed the act of recognizing Israel as a Jewish State when they performed the act of recognition. However, US politicians have referred to Israel as a Jewish State and made clear that they believe Israel to be a Jewish State.
Does the State of Israel's leader inherit power?
No, Israel has democratic elections.
What is the religion of Israel now?
Israel is a Secular Country and, as a result, has no official religion. However, since Judaism is predominant religion professed by Israelis, Judaism has a pull on governmental affairs. This is no different than how the United States is a Secular Country with no official religion, but Christianity has a pull on government affairs since most Americans profess Christianity. It is a common misconception that because Israel is the Jewish State that the official religion is Judaism. This is a misunderstanding of the term "Jewish" in Jewish State. In this case it refers to Jewish as an ethnic term, so Israel is the Jewish State in the same way that Turkey is the Turkish Republic, as opposed to the way that Iran is the Islamic Republic. In terms of which religions have a presence in Israel, in descending order of population, there are communities of Jews, Muslims, Christians, Druze, Baha'i, and other minor faiths. Israel also has sizable minorities of Agnostics and Atheists.
What is the Jewish state today?
Israel.
When it was learned the British were going to leave what name did the Jewish leaders proclaimed establishment of a Jewish state to be called?
Israel.
Is Hanukkah celebrated in Israel?
Yes, since Israel is the Jewish State.
Why is Israel the US's friend?
Israel is a Jewish state which has historically been at odds with the Arab Middle East. The United States has supported Israel as a) the only democratic and free society in the Middle East and b) as an ally against hostile Arab nations.
