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- God's promise.
- Genesis 17:8,18,19 "And I will give unto you (Abraham), and to your seed after you...all the land of Canaan, for an everlasting possession; and I will be their God. ...And Abraham said unto God: 'would that Ishmael might live in Your presence!' And God said: 'No; Sarah shall bear you a son; and you shall name him Isaac; and I will establish My covenant with him for an everlasting covenant for his seed after him.' "
- In Genesis ch.25: Isaac has two sons, Jacob and Esau. In Genesis 35:9-12 "And God appeared unto Jacob...and He called his name Israel...And God said unto him...'the land which I gave unto Abraham and Isaac, to you I will give it, and to your seed.' "
- Exodus 3:7,8 "And the Lord said (to Moses): 'I have seen the affliction of My people in Egypt, and ... I have come down to deliver them out of the hand of the Egyptians, and to bring them up out of that land unto a good land...unto the place of the Canaanites...' "
- Numbers 33:51-54 "Speak unto the children of Israel, and say....'unto you I have given the land to possess it; and you shall inherit the land.' "
- History. The Israelites lived in Israel during the era of the Patriarchs (220 years), during the era from Joshua until the First Destruction (850 years), during the Second Temple era (420 years) and afterwards. They remained a majority in the land for another 300 years after the Second Destruction; and a minority of Jews remained there throughout the ensuing centuries.
- Israel was the site of the First Temple, built by King Solomon; the dynasty of King David; the Second Temple, built by Ezra; and the Hasmonean Dynasty. It was where the Hebrew Prophets lived, and where the Mishna (Oral Torah) was codified.
- Many of the Torah's commands apply only in Israel.
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∙ 10y agoFor a good deal of background material on that subject, have a look at
the section titled "Genesis", in the large book that you probably have
somewhere around the house entitled "The Old Testament".
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What religious group was the country of Israel created for in order to provide a homeland?
Israel was created for the Jews.The country of Israel was created for the Jewish people.
Is Israel a christian nation?
Israel was created as a nation with a Jewish majority and it has laws that make special provisions favoring Jewish immigration. As such, it is a Jewish nation. The largest religious minority in Israel are Muslims, with Christians coming in third place. The Israeli government recognizes Jewish, Isamic and Christian authority over religious matters such as marriage and divorce.
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).
What symbols does the Jewish faith have?
Either the star of david for the nation of Israel or the Menorah as a religious symbol.
Does israel celebrate all the Jewish hoidays?
Officially yes, though not all individuals are religious.
What relationship does the nation of Israel have to Jewish identity and faith?
The Modern State of Israel has little to do with Jewish faith, but a lot to do with Jewish identity. Israel is the only Jewish State in the sense that Greece is the only Greek State (except perhaps Cyprus). Israel actualizes many of the ideals of Jewish leadership and society and represents what being Jewish means as a group of people and a society. However, according to Jewish faith, there is no need for a State as God will protect His people. This is why Israel has little directly to do with faith. Regardless, much of the religious Jewish decisions and schools are in Israel and Israel's Jewish orientation facilitates the growth and development of these institutions. In terms of Jewish identity, Ahad Ha'am explains that the Jewish Soul is intrinsically connected to his history and in the same way that a German-American can never be as properly German as a German in Germany, the People of Israel can never be as properly Jewish if they are not in the Land of Israel. The relics in that land speak to a Jewish sensibility and character.
What is the importance of Jewish people taking Birthright trips to Israel?
Birthright Israel is an organization that provides trips for Jewish people from around the world to visit Israel so that they can learn and understand more about their heritage, history and culture. Birthright trips also allow a Jewish person to gain a stronger connection to their heritage because of this.
Why did Israel hold religious significance to the Jewish people in ancient times and today?
Because they were the chosen people of God.
What does the emblem of Israel mean?
The emblem of the State of Israel is a menorah surrounded by an olive branch. The menorah symbolizes the Jewish people's historical connection to the land and the olive branch symbolizes Israel's desire for peace.
What role has Israel played for world Jewry since its establishment?
The Modern State of Israel has little to do with Jewish faith, but a lot to do with Jewish identity. Israel is the only Jewish State in the sense that Greece is the only Greek State (except perhaps Cyprus). Israel actualizes many of the ideals of Jewish leadership and society and represents what being Jewish means as a group of people and a society. However, according to Jewish faith, there is no need for a State as God will protect His people. This is why Israel has little directly to do with faith. Regardless, much of the religious Jewish decisions and schools are in Israel and Israel's Jewish orientation facilitates the growth and development of these institutions. In terms of Jewish identity, Ahad Ha'am explains that the Jewish Soul is intrinsically connected to his history and in the same way that a German-American can never be as properly German as a German in Germany, the People of Israel can never be as properly Jewish if they are not in the Land of Israel. The relics in that land speak to a Jewish sensibility and character.
Are people in Israel Jewish?
75% of the population of Israel is Jewish.
Is George will Jewish?
He claims to be agnostic on religion/god, but his wife is Jewish which might help explain why he is ardently pro-Israel, almost with a Zionist zeal. Then again, quite a lot of Zionist ilk Jews are not actively religious...being Jewish is surely more ethnic and cultural than religious. Over half of the Jews in Israel are not active temple goers.
